Jeep Cherokee recall: Equipment
Official safety recall 17V824000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Promaster City | 2015 | United States |
| Ram Promaster City | 2016 | United States |
| Ram Promaster City | 2017 | United States |
| Ram 5500 | 2013 | United States |
| Ram 5500 | 2014 | United States |
| Ram 5500 | 2015 | United States |
| Ram 5500 | 2016 | United States |
| Ram 5500 | 2017 | United States |
| Ram 5500 | 2018 | United States |
| Ram 4500 | 2013 | United States |
| Ram 4500 | 2014 | United States |
| Ram 4500 | 2015 | United States |
| Ram 4500 | 2016 | United States |
| Ram 4500 | 2017 | United States |
| Ram 4500 | 2018 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2012 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2013 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2014 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2015 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2016 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2017 | United States |
| Ram 3500 | 2018 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2013 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2014 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2015 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2016 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2017 | United States |
| Ram 2500 | 2018 | United States |
| Ram 1500 | 2015 | United States |
| Jeep Patriot | 2011 | United States |
| Dodge Journey | 2014 | United States |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 2014 | United States |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 2015 | United States |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 2016 | United States |
| Dodge Dart | 2015 | United States |
| Dodge Dart | 2016 | United States |
| Dodge Charger | 2016 | United States |
| Chrysler Town And Country | 2014 | United States |
| Chrysler Town And Country | 2015 | United States |
| Chrysler Town And Country | 2016 | United States |
| Chrysler Pacifica | 2018 | United States |
| Jeep Compass | 2017 | United States |
| Jeep Cherokee | 2014 | United States |
| Jeep Cherokee | 2015 | United States |
| Jeep Cherokee | 2016 | United States |
The problem
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
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
The official 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.