NHTSA Recall 19V438000: Air bag/restraint control module (air bags) and air bags
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 869 vehicles. It affects 2019 Jeep Renegade.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V438000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | V73 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE; AIR BAGS |
| Report received | June 11, 2019 |
| Owner notification | September 24, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade vehicles equipped with the Upland trim package. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have been incorrectly calibrated.
Safety risk
The miscalibrated ORC may incorrectly deploy the air bags during a frontal crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC. The recall began September 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V73.
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 19V438000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Renegade | 2019 |
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.