Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.
Chrysler (FCA US) – Hood may Open Unexpectedly
| Report Received Date | 09/24/2015 |
| NHTSA ID | 15V595000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53. |
| Recall Code | R53 |
| Potentially Affected | 1625 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=15V595000) |
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