Recall 06V-295: 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Aug 8, 2006, covering about 15,021 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-295
Report date
Aug 8, 2006
Vehicles affected
15,021
Owners notified
Aug 2, 2006

The problem

On certain sport utility vehicles, the inflator connector for the driver's air bag may have been incorrectly assembled.

The risk

The air bag may not inflate properly which can increase the risk of injury in certain crash conditions.

The fix

Dealers will repair the driver's front air bag inflator free of charge. The recall is expected to begin the week of august 2, 2006. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. F39.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V295000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jeep Grand Cherokee2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-295?

On certain sport utility vehicles, the inflator connector for the driver's air bag may have been incorrectly assembled.

How is recall 06V-295 fixed?

Dealers will repair the driver's front air bag inflator free of charge. The recall is expected to begin the week of august 2, 2006. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.