Recall 16V-513: 2015–2016 Renegade Vienna, 2014–2016 Renegade Villagio

Kibbi, LLC recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Jul 7, 2016, covering about 293 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-513
Report date
Jul 7, 2016
Vehicles affected
293
Owners notified
Jul 6, 2016

The problem

Kibbi, LLC (Kibbi) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Renegade Vienna vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to June 1, 2016, and 2014-2016 Renegade Villagio vehicles manufactured March 4, 2013, to June 6, 2016. While checking or filing the rear inner tires, the valve stem extensions may inadvertently be loosened, resulting in a slow air leak.

The risk

If the valve stem extensions loosen and allow air to leak, the tires may be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.

The fix

Kibbi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve stem extensions, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2016. Owners may contact Kibbi customer service at 1-574-966-0196. Kibbi's number for this recall is Sprinter 6302016.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerKibbi, LLC
ComponentTires › Valve
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V513000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Renegade Vienna2015, 2016All years
Renegade Villagio2014, 2015, 2016All 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 16V-513?

Kibbi, LLC (Kibbi) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Renegade Vienna vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to June 1, 2016, and 2014-2016 Renegade Villagio vehicles manufactured March 4, 2013, to June 6, 2016. While checking or filing the rear inner tires, the valve stem extensions may inadvertently be loosened, resulting in a slow air leak.

How is recall 16V-513 fixed?

Kibbi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve stem extensions, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2016. Owners may contact Kibbi customer service at 1-574-966-0196. Kibbi's number for this recall is Sprinter 6302016.

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.