Recall 16V114 affects 71 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles for miscalibrated passenger-seat air bag sensing. Repair is free at any franchised Chrysler dealer.
Chrysler is recalling 71 2015 Chrysler 200 sedans after service work replaced only part of the front passenger seat's calibrated occupant-classification set. If the module and seat cushion foam are not matched, the passenger air bag can deploy improperly in a crash, increasing injury risk; Chrysler dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger seat in the 2015 Chrysler 200 uses an Occupant Classification Module and seat cushion foam as a matched set. The module reads the seat system and helps classify the person or weight on the passenger seat for the air bag system. The foam is part of that same calibrated setup, so its shape and response matter.
On affected vehicles, earlier service work replaced only the module or only the seat cushion foam instead of installing both parts together. That leaves the passenger seat with parts that were not calibrated as a set. The problem is not ordinary wear in the seat; it is a mismatch created when one part of the service kit was installed without the other.
There is no warning sign before failure. A 2015 Chrysler 200 owner should not rely on a sound, smell, light, or change in seat feel to catch this problem.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Chrysler 200 | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Chrysler 200 | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 71 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the seat service parts were not replaced together, the occupant detection and classification system can be miscalibrated. In a crash, that can make the passenger air bag deploy incorrectly, increasing injury risk. Use your VIN to confirm coverage and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Chrysler dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Chrysler 200 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chrysler dealer to schedule the free OCM-SCF seat service kit installation that restores the front passenger seat's calibrated occupant-detection setup.
- Bring the recall notice if Chrysler sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V114 when you call.
- Tell the dealer about any prior front-passenger-seat service, especially an Occupant Classification Module or Seat Cushion Foam replacement.
- Ask the dealer whether to avoid using the front passenger seat until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chrysler technician installs a new OCM-SCF seat service kit for the front passenger seat. The kit brings the Occupant Classification Module and seat cushion foam back into the required calibrated set. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid for a related repair, FCA US asks owners to send the original receipt or other proof of payment so the company can confirm the expense under its reimbursement process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 26, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 27, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V114?
Recall 16V114 covers 71 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles with a front passenger seat service issue. If the occupant classification module and seat cushion foam were not replaced together as a calibrated set, the passenger air bag can deploy incorrectly in a crash, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2015 Chrysler 200 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2015 Chrysler 200 is included in recall 16V114. If it is, contact a franchised Chrysler dealer and ask for the OCM-SCF seat service kit installation. Reference recall 16V114 or Chrysler recall S09 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Chrysler dealers will install the new OCM-SCF seat service kit free of charge. The recall repair has been available since May 27, 2016.
Is it safe to drive my Chrysler 200 before the repair?
This recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The risk is tied to the passenger air bag system: if the seat components are not properly calibrated, the passenger air bag can deploy incorrectly in a crash. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought this Chrysler 200 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner, so a used 2015 Chrysler 200 still qualifies if its VIN is included. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Chrysler dealer and reference recall S09.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V114000 |
|---|---|
| Chrysler customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V114 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V114000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation 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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