Front impact sensor may disconnect in a crash
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured june 16, 2015, to august 14, 2016. in certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the occupant restraint controller (orc).
Safety Consequence
If the orc module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the front impact sensor wiring and relocate the impact sensor branch, free of charge. the recall began on november 10, 2016. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is s76.
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FAQ: Recall 16V734000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V734000?
NHTSA recall 16V734000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on October 13, 2016. It addresses: Front impact sensor may disconnect in a crash. The recall affects approximately 182,743 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V734000 or the manufacturer campaign number S76. 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.