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Jeep · United States · High

Jeep Renegade: Trailer hitches

Affects Jeep Renegade · 2015–2016 — about 9K vehicles.

The hazard

Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.

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