PRA number
2018/16702
Campaign number
U26
Published date
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
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
Reasons 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
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
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
FCA Australia Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
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Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
