Jeep Wrangler: Airbag Circuit May Be Compromised

Jeep is recalling 1,306 Wrangler vehicles because dust can enter the driver's airbag clockspring, which may cause the airbag warning light to turn on and could affect whether the airbag deploys properly in a crash. The fix involves replacing the airbag clockspring, steering wheel back cover, and steering column shrouds. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
JEEP
Product
Vehicles: JEEP WRANGLER. Units affected: 1,306
Reason
The driver' s airbag clockspring may ingest dust. This may cause the airbag warning light to illuminate. It may also affect the air bag operation in the event of a collision. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the air bag clock spring steering wheel back cover and steering column shrouds.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2017-03-31
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/ebc03077-05d4-43e4-b292-f9b0885be4e4