NHTSA Recall 16V545000: Trailer hitches
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,581 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Jeep Renegade.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V545000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S62 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | July 20, 2016 |
| Owner notification | October 13, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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 16V545000
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.