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2016 Chrysler Town & Country recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country. The most recent was reported on December 21, 2017. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: TOWN AND COUNTRY.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
17V824000December 21, 2017Equipment
16V461000June 24, 2016Power Train › Automatic Transmission
16V300000May 16, 2016Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly
16V044000January 28, 2016Visibility › Windshield
15V595000September 24, 2015Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch

Systems involved: Equipment (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1) · Power Train (1) · Seats (1) · Visibility (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 17V824000Manufacturer no. T82

Equipment

Report received by NHTSA
December 21, 2017
Owner notification
February 14, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
61,791 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country
January 14, 2014 – February 22, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
TOWN AND COUNTRY

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Safety risk

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V824000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V461000Manufacturer no. S44

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Report received by NHTSA
June 24, 2016
Owner notification
August 18, 2016
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
26,298 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country
July 31, 2015 – April 18, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
TOWN AND COUNTRY

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.

Safety risk

If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V461000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V300000Manufacturer no. S37

Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly

Report received by NHTSA
May 16, 2016
Owner notification
July 1, 2016
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
99 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country
March 16, 2016 – March 17, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
TOWN AND COUNTRY

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.

Safety risk

If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V300000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V044000Manufacturer no. S02

Visibility › Windshield

Report received by NHTSA
January 28, 2016
Owner notification
March 4, 2016
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
184 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country
August 16, 2014 – December 5, 2015
Model names in the NHTSA record
TOWN AND COUNTRY

Defect summary

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, and 2014-2015 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 16, 2014, to December 5, 2015. The windshield on the affected vehicles may have been installed using expired urethane primer, allowing the windshield to become displaced in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Safety risk

If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S02.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V044000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 15V595000Manufacturer no. R53

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch

Report received by NHTSA
September 24, 2015
Owner notification
October 22, 2015
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1,625 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country
August 19, 2015 – August 27, 2015
Model names in the NHTSA record
TOWN AND COUNTRY

Defect summary

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.

Remedy

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 15V595000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: December 22, 2017.