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Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall 17V572: Brake booster shield may be improperly installed, reducing braking

NHTSA campaign 17V572, reported September 18, 2017, 646,394 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles previously had a brake booster shield installed to keep water out of the brake booster. This recall checks whether that shield was installed correctly. If it was not, braking ability may be reduced, which increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the brake booster shield and correct the installation if needed. The repair is free of charge. Owners will be notified by Chrysler, but you can also check whether your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN at the NHTSA recall lookup or contacting Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (Chrysler recall number T59).

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V572Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Component
SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.
Risk
If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Dodge Durango2011201220132014
Jeep Grand Cherokee2011201220132014