NHTSA Recall 17V376000: Air bags: frontal
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 209,135 vehicles. It affects 2011–2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V376000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | T33 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | June 13, 2017 |
| Owner notification | August 9, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
Safety risk
Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T33.
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 17V376000
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.