NHTSA recall 15V595000
Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
Chrysler Town And Country and 1 more
Reported Sep 24, 20151,625 vehicles affectedChrysler (FCA US LLC)Maker’s number R53Built Aug 19, 2015 – Aug 27, 2015
The defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.
The risk
If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.