Product description

Jeep Wrangler (JK)
Model Years 2014-2016

Chrysler (LX) 300
Model Years 2014-2015

Passenger side airbag inflator - beta
6 733 affected vehicles

This recall has been updated on March 2018 and 26 July 2019 to attach updated VIN list

See a list of details to help identify the product

Reason the product is recalled

Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.

The hazards to consumers

In the event of an airbag inflator rupture, metal fragments could possibly shoot out, straight through the airbag cushion material towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.

What consumers should do

FCA Australia is contacting consumers when replacement parts are expected to become available in June. Consumers will then be able to schedule a service booking with their nearest authorised Chrysler Jeep Dodge dealer. Consumers who are concerned should contact FCA Australia to discuss if alternative arrangements may be necessary in the interim.

Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also contact FCA Australia at https://www.jeep.com.au/contact-us.html or 1300 133 079, or contact their preferred dealer.

Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au

We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.

Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

FCA Australia Pty Ltd

Who sold the product

FCA Australia Pty Ltd

Identifying product features

Dates available for sale

-

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2018/16702 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.