Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The air bag control module in your vehicle is the computer that decides when to deploy your front and side air bags. In certain 2002-2004 Jeep and Dodge models, this computer can malfunction due to electrical noise, causing it to send false signals to your air bags.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag control module fails, your front and side air bags could deploy unexpectedly while you're driving, which could cause serious injury or even a crash.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty air bag control module and side impact sensors at no cost to you. This repair was done in earlier recalls, but if you haven't had it fixed yet, it's essential to schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R06.
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