NHTSA recall 16V-686 (16V686000)
equipment recall reported September 23, 2016 - about 100 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V686000
- Also written as
- 16V-686
- Manufacturer number
- S73
- Reported
- September 23, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~100
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee manufactured August 8, 2016 through August 16, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the rear tow hook bracket or tow eye bracket may be loose.
Why it is dangerous
If the tow bracket is loose, the bracket may detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven, possibly becoming a road hazard. If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there may be a loss of control of the towed vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S73.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-686 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.