Dodge Grand Caravan, Journey: Air bags

Affects Dodge Grand Caravan, Journey · 2008–2010 — about 723K vehicles.

The hazard

If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational