Recall 16V168 covers 21,183 2015-2016 Dodge Durango and Grand Cherokee vehicles for cracked left-front brake calipers. Free repair at a franchised Dodge dealer once available.
Dodge is recalling 21,183 2015-2016 Durango and Grand Cherokee vehicles because the left front brake caliper was made from incorrect material and can crack. A cracked caliper can lengthen stopping distance and increase crash risk; Dodge dealers will complete the repair free of charge once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The brake caliper is the metal clamp at each wheel that squeezes the brake pads against the rotor. On affected 2015-2016 Durango and Grand Cherokee vehicles, campaign 16V168 concerns the left front caliper, the part that turns brake-pedal pressure into stopping force at that wheel. It has to hold brake fluid pressure without cracking.
In these vehicles, the left front caliper was made from the wrong material. That material can crack under normal brake pressure. When the caliper cracks, brake fluid can leak out of the hydraulic brake system. Less fluid pressure means the brake pads do not clamp with full force, so braking performance is reduced.
The warning signs are visible brake fluid leakage, a low brake fluid light, and weaker braking than normal. If any of those show up, treat the brake system as compromised until a dealer inspects and repairs it.
Who's affected?
Covers Durango and Grand Cherokee SUVs from the 2015 and 2016 model years, all tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2016 Dodge Durango | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Dodge Durango | hydraulic brake system |
| 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee | hydraulic brake system |
| 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 21,183 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific SUV.
What's the safety risk?
A cracked front brake caliper can leak brake fluid, reduce brake performance, lengthen stopping distance, and increase the risk of a crash. Watch for brake fluid leakage, a low brake fluid light, or weaker braking, and call a Dodge dealer for guidance soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Dodge dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Dodge Durango or Grand Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Use Dodge's owner letter mailed on May 12, 2016, or reference recall number 16V168 when you call.
- Contact Dodge customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to confirm the current repair path before scheduling service.
- Bring the vehicle to a franchised Dodge dealer for the free left front brake-caliper inspection and replacement if the caliper casting date requires it.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection is complete. Leave extra following distance because a cracked brake caliper can lengthen stopping distance.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician will inspect the front left brake caliper and replace it if its casting date is covered by the recall. The final dealer repair will be free once available. If you already paid for a related brake caliper repair before the recall notice, the reimbursement process asks owners to send the original receipt or other proof of payment to the company for review. Keep your paperwork and ask Dodge customer service or the dealer service desk where to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 23, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 12, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V168?
Recall 16V168 covers 21,183 2015-2016 Dodge Durango and Grand Cherokee vehicles with a left front brake caliper that can crack because it was made from the wrong material. A Dodge dealer will inspect the caliper and replace it for free when required.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Dodge Durango or Grand Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V168. If it is, call a franchised Dodge dealer and ask for the left front brake caliper inspection. Reference recall number 16V168 and Dodge recall number S16 when you schedule service.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall repair at no cost. For recall 16V168, the dealer inspects the left front brake caliper and replaces it for free if its casting date shows it is affected.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance. The left front brake caliper can crack, which reduces braking performance and increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair before relying on the vehicle for regular driving.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2015-2016 Dodge Durango or Grand Cherokee is included, then give the dealer recall number 16V168 or Dodge recall number S16 when you call.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V168000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V168 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V168000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (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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