Recall 16V164 covers 224 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf trailers with incorrect tire and rim information. Cherokee provides the corrected Federal Placard free.
Cherokee is recalling 224 2016 Grey Wolf recreational trailers because the Federal Placard lists the wrong tire and rim size. The incorrect label can lead an owner to overload the trailer and increase the risk of a tire blowout and a crash; Cherokee dealers will correct the placard free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The federal placard on a 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf is the trailer label that tells an owner, dealer, or tire shop the tire and rim sizes the trailer is supposed to use. That label matters because tire selection depends on matching the tire size, rim size, and load information printed on the trailer. It is the reference point when tires or wheels are serviced or replaced.
On affected Grey Wolf trailers, the placard was printed with the wrong tire and rim information. It lists ST205/75R15/C tires with 15X5.0JJ rims, but the trailer was equipped with ST205/75R14/C tires with 14X5.5JJ rims. Forest River traced the issue to a clerical error in the tire and rim data submitted for the placards. The repair is a replacement placard with the correct tire and rim information.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is not a noise or a handling symptom, it is incorrect information printed on the trailer label.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 224 |
| 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 trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect placard information can lead an operator to overload the Grey Wolf. An overloaded vehicle raises the risk of a tire blowout and a crash. There is no warning sign from the placard itself, so use the corrected label and avoid loading beyond the corrected ratings. Repair is free at any franchised Cherokee dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf is included in this recall.
- Contact Cherokee customer service to request the free corrected Federal Placard that lists the trailer's actual ST205/75R14/C tires and 14X5.5JJ rims.
- Reference recall number 16V164 and Cherokee recall 64-03112016-0147 when you call.
- Install the corrected placard as soon as it arrives, or ask a franchised Cherokee dealer to install it during service.
- Use the tire and rim sizes installed on the trailer, not the incorrect placard, until the corrected label is installed.
What happens at the repair
The repair is a corrected Federal Placard with the tire and rim information that matches the trailer. Cherokee sends the corrected placard free of charge, and a Cherokee service desk can confirm where it should be placed if you want help applying it. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Cherokee has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for the same placard correction before the recall notice, contact Cherokee customer service or the dealer with your repair documentation to ask how to file a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 22, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 25, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 16, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| May 16, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 16, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V164?
Recall 16V164 covers 224 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf recreational trailers with an incorrect Federal Placard for tire and rim size. The wrong label can lead an owner to overload the trailer, increasing the risk of a tire blowout and crash. Cherokee provides a corrected Federal Placard for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V164. If it is, request the corrected Federal Placard and install it before using the trailer's loading information. Reference recall number 16V164 when you contact Cherokee customer service or a franchised Cherokee dealer.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. For this recall, Cherokee provides the corrected Federal Placard free of charge, so the owner has the right tire and rim information before loading the trailer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is overloading caused by the wrong tire and rim information on the Federal Placard. Overloading increases the risk of a tire blowout and crash. Use the corrected placard's tire and rim information when loading the trailer and setting tire pressure.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V164000 |
|---|---|
| Cherokee customer service | 1-541-995-3447 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V164 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V164000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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