Chrysler Recalls 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee for Fire Risk

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured between December 3, 2009, and September 1, 2012. The recall involves approximately 389,252 vehicles. The defect involves the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor, which may short circuit. This issue may occur in vehicles that were previously remedied for a prior recall regarding vanity lamp wiring, as well as in vehicles that have not yet been remedied under that prior recall.

The short circuit in the vanity lamp wiring increases the risk of a vehicle fire. Chrysler will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install clearance for the sun visor wiring, add protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for additional information. Chrysler's number for this recall is R71. 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.

The recalled product

Product

DODGE, JEEP DURANGO, GRAND CHEROKEE

Brand

DODGE

Manufacturer

Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Category

Vehicle — SUV

Hazard

• fire

Affected units

389,252

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