The problem
This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The center rear seat belt buckle may not be accessible when the right (passenger) side of the rear seat back is folded down in the cargo stowage position.
The risk
In the event of a collision, the occupant of the center rear seat may not be properly restrained and personal injury could occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle assembly.
Contacts
Note: chrysler has decided to conduct a safety improvement service campaign to replace the seat belt buckle assembly without charge. Owners can contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Jeep dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 96I004000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.