The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·17V432000·Announced 2017-07-07

Dodge Journey Recall for Frontal Air Bag Wiring Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles because the driver's frontal air bag wiring may chafe and short circuit, causing unexpected deployment.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (unexpected air bag deployment) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the driver's frontal air bag wiring harness, which may become chafed within the steering wheel and short circuit. This issue can cause the driver's frontal air bag to deploy unexpectedly.

Unexpected deployment of the air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury. The recall covers 363,480 vehicles.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
DODGE JOURNEY
Brand
DODGE
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Air Bag
Hazard
Affected units
363,480

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • JOURNEY

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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