Component
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module is a critical part that helps your seatbelts and airbags deploy in a crash. In some 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, Sebring, Caliber, Patriot, Compass, and Avenger models, this module could short circuit and fail to deploy these safety systems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens in a crash, you could be at a higher risk of injury because your seatbelts and airbags might not work as intended. This could lead to serious harm or even worse.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty OCR module for free, as soon as parts are available. You'll get a notification from Chrysler when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
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