recall information
Recall number
REC-000194
PRA number
2016/15602
Campaign number
S41
Original published date
make and model information
Make
CHRYSLER
Model
JEEP CHEROKEE
Year range
2013 - 2016
Affected units
1,695
Identifying features
See attached VIN List
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The wheel flare protection spats on vehicles may not have been installed during the vehicle assembly process. Vehicles built without wheel flare protection spats do not comply with Australian Design Rule 42/04 - General Safety Requirement.
What are the hazards?
Vehicles without wheel flare protection spats increase the risk of debris coming into contact with bystanders at speed, posing a potential injury hazard.
What should consumers do?
FCA Australia will notify vehicle owners who can take their vehicle to a Chrysler Jeep Dodge dealership whereby the dealer will install the wheel flare spats.
Supplier details
FCA Australia Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Fiat Chrysler Australia
Contact phone
1800 870 720
Contact email
auscustomercare@fcagroup.com
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
