The Motoring World: USA RECALL #6 - Jeep recalls some Renegade models that have the Trailer Hitch Package to ensure enough fasteners have been fitted.

RECALL Subject : Trailer Hitch Assembly May Separate From Vehicle

Report Receipt Date: JUL 20, 2016

NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V545000

Component(s): TRAILER HITCHES
Potential Number of Units Affected: 8,561

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

SUMMARY:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.

CONSEQUENCE:

Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.

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.