Air bags/seat belt pretensioners may be disabled
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 chrysler 200, 2010 chrysler sebring, 2010-2012 dodge caliber and 2010-2014 jeep patriot, compass and dodge avenger vehicles. the occupant restraint control (ocr) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Safety Consequence
If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ocr, free of charge. interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on october 26, 2016. the recall began on august 15, 2017. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is s61.
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FAQ: Recall 16V668000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V668000?
NHTSA recall 16V668000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on September 15, 2016. It addresses: Air bags/seat belt pretensioners may be disabled. The recall affects approximately 1,435,625 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V668000 or the manufacturer campaign number S61. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.