Recall 15V595 covers 1,625 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Town And Country minivans with loose hood striker bolts. Free repair at a franchised Dodge dealer.
Dodge is recalling 1,625 2016 Grand Caravan and Town And Country minivans because the hood striker bolts can loosen. If the hood opens while driving, it can block the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash; Dodge dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The hood striker on affected 2016 Grand Caravan and Town And Country vehicles is the fixed latch point that holds the hood shut after it closes. It works with the hood latch so the hood stays locked against the front of the vehicle while you drive. When the striker is tight, the latch has a solid anchor point.
On these vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker were not tightened enough during assembly. The issue was traced to improper re-tightening technique at the hood adjustment station, tied to new-hire training. If those bolts loosen further, the striker no longer holds the latch securely. The hood can open unexpectedly while the vehicle is moving.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to hear, see, or feel a reliable early symptom before the hood striker loses enough hold to let the hood open.
Who's affected?
Covers the Grand Caravan and Town And Country from the 2016 model year, both tied to the hood latch.
| 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2016 Chrysler Town And Country | Latch |
| Units affected | 1,625 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A hood that opens while the vehicle is moving can block the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash. Until repaired, make sure the hood is fully latched before each trip and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan or Town And Country is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the free hood-striker bolt repair that keeps the hood secured while driving.
- Bring the recall notice if Chrysler mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V595 and Chrysler recall R53 when you call.
- Avoid driving with a loose hood or a hood that does not latch firmly. Stop in a safe place and call the dealer if the hood shifts or pops up.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician installs new hood striker bolts and tightens them to the proper torque. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid out of pocket for a hood striker repair tied to this defect, Dodge's reimbursement process covers documented expenses. The owner letter asks customers to send the original receipt or other proof of payment to the company so the expense can be confirmed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 24, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 22, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 30, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| October 30, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 6, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V595?
Recall 15V595 covers 1,625 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Town And Country vehicles with hood striker bolts that loosen. The hood can open while driving and block the driver's view, increasing crash risk. Dealers install new hood striker bolts with proper torque for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan or Town And Country is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V595. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer and ask for recall R53. The dealer will install new hood striker bolts with proper torque at no cost.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall remedy at no cost, and the filed remedy says dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V595?
The safety risk is blocked driver vision if the hood opens while the vehicle is moving. Recall 15V595 says loosened hood striker bolts allow the hood to open unexpectedly, increasing crash risk. The fix is new hood striker bolts tightened to the proper torque.
When did the recall repair become available?
The recall repair became available on October 22, 2015. If your VIN is included and the repair was never completed, contact a franchised Dodge dealer and reference recall R53 or campaign 15V595 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V595000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V595 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V595000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →