Recall 15V673 affects 284,611 2003-2004 Jeep Liberty and Grand Cherokee vehicles for inadvertent air bag deployment. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 284,611 2003-2004 Liberty and Grand Cherokee SUVs because electrical noise can cause a component in the air bag electronic control module to fail. The defect can trigger unintended air bag or seatbelt pretensioner deployment while driving, increasing injury and crash risk; Jeep dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air bag electronic control module in the affected 2003 Liberty and 2004 Grand Cherokee is the control box for the restraint system. It reads crash sensor signals and, when the signal matches a crash event, commands the front air bags, side air bags, and seatbelt pretensioners to fire. The seatbelt pretensioners tighten the belts at the start of a crash.
On these Jeep vehicles, electrical noise reaches beyond what the module is built to tolerate. That noise can damage a component inside the module. Once that component fails, the restraint system can deploy while the vehicle is being driven, even without a crash signal.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices can be the front air bags, side air bags, or seatbelt pretensioners deploying unexpectedly while the vehicle is in operation.
Who's affected?
Covers the Liberty and Grand Cherokee, with the same side air bag component listed for both models.
| 2003 Jeep Liberty | side air bag |
|---|---|
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | side air bag |
| Units affected | 284,611 |
| 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 SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected air bag deployment can injure occupants and increase the chance of a crash. Use the vehicle with extra caution, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003 Jeep Liberty or 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free air bag electronic control module and side impact sensor replacement that addresses inadvertent air bag and seatbelt pretensioner deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V673 when you call.
- Ask the dealer for guidance before driving if the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners deploy unexpectedly before the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the air bag electronic control module and the side impact sensors when inspection shows replacement is needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid out of pocket for a repair tied to this problem before the recall notice, Jeep's reimbursement process calls for the original receipt or other proof of payment so the expense can be confirmed. Keep that paperwork with your service records and ask the service desk how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 19, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 30, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 28, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| May 3, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 5, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V673?
Recall 15V673 covers 284,611 2003 Jeep Liberty and 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with an air bag electronic control module issue. Electrical noise can cause front air bags, side air bags, or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy while the vehicle is being operated, increasing injury risk and the possibility of a crash.
What should I do if my 2003 Jeep Liberty or 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Jeep is included in recall 15V673. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the air bag electronic control module repair. Reference recall number 15V673000 or Jeep recall R60 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Jeep dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module and the side impact sensors, if needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V673?
The safety risk is unintended deployment of the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners while the vehicle is being driven. That can injure occupants and increase the possibility of a vehicle crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Jeep Liberty or Grand Cherokee used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Jeep is included, then call a franchised Jeep dealer with recall number 15V673000 or Jeep recall R60.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V673000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V673 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V673000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation 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)
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