Recall Alert: 2016 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee
By Matt Schmitz
January 20, 2017
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Vehicles Affected: Approximately 30,000 model-year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs manufactured between Feb. 10 and April 28, 2016, and equipped with a 3.6-liter engine built at the Saltillo Engine Plant in Mexico
The Problem: During engine assembly, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged and, over time, may result in a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Dodge and Jeep manufacturer Fiat Chrysler Automobiles said in a statement that it is unaware of any related injuries, accidents, customer complaints or warranty claims related to this issue.
The Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine assembly for damage to the fuel rail crossover tube and replace it, as necessary, for free.
Editor’s note: This post was updated Dec. 5 to correct the phone number for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline. The correct number is 888-327-4236.
Matt Schmitz
Former Assistant Managing Editor-News Matt Schmitz is a veteran Chicago journalist indulging his curiosity for all things auto while helping to inform car shoppers.