Recall
Dodge Journey — 17V432000
NHTSA ID
17V432000
Make
Dodge
Model
Journey
Years Affected
2014
Recall Date
2017-07-07
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Units Affected
363,480
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
T47
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
Consequence
Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
Remedy
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. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47.