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NHTSA Recall 16V590000: Mid/rear assembly (seats) and seats

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,827 vehicles. It affects 2014–2016 Jeep Cherokee.

1,827
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (October 3)
NHTSA campaign16V590000
Manufacturer campaignS63
ComponentsSEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY; SEATS
Report receivedAugust 10, 2016
Owner notificationOctober 3, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to February 5, 2016. The seat fasteners on the first or second row seats may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.

Safety risk

Loose fasteners may allow the seats to move, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupants in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats or seat sets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall S63.

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 16V590000

Make and modelModel years
Jeep Cherokee2014, 2015, 2016

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.