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2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2016 Chrysler Town And Country recall: Latches/locks/linkages: hood, latch

NHTSA campaign 15V-595 · September 24, 2015 · Chrysler

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
15V595000
Reported
September 24, 2015
Manufacturer
Chrysler
Part
Latches/locks/linkages: hood, latch
Vehicles affected
About 1,625

What is wrong

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.

Safety risk

If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Chrysler Town And Country (2016); Dodge Grand Caravan (2016). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.