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Our severity:HighNHTSA·25E044000·Announced 2025-07-17

Chrysler Recalls Mopar Second-Row Head Restraints for Locking Defect

Chrysler is recalling Mopar second-row head restraints that may not lock in the upright position, increasing injury risk during a crash.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 structural vehicle defect (head restraint locking) that increases the risk of injury during a crash, but the source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities, placing it in the 'High' category per the rubric for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Mopar second-row head restraints. The defect involves head restraints that may not lock in the upright position.

A head restraint that does not lock can result in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash. The source text does not specify the number of affected units or specific model numbers, directing consumers to FCA US, LLC's recall report for details.

Dealers will inspect and replace the head restraint, as necessary, free of charge. If the head restraint is not installed in a vehicle, dealers will repurchase it. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 21C.

The recalled product

Product
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT recall
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Seat Components
Hazard
Affected units
764

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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