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NHTSA Recall 16V300000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 99 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chrysler Town and Country.

99
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2016
owners notified (July 1)
NHTSA campaign16V300000
Manufacturer campaignS37
ComponentSEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Report receivedMay 16, 2016
Owner notificationJuly 1, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.

Safety risk

If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 16V300000

Make and modelModel years
Chrysler Town and Country2016
Dodge Grand Caravan2016

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.