Chrysler Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall R/2016/110: Front Airbag And/or Seatbelt Pre-tensioner May Deploy Unexpectedly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 Jul 2016
- Launched
- 6,443
- vehicles in the UK
- R60
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chrysler recalled Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles built between 29 March 2003 and 9 December 2004. The airbag system Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner inadvertent deployment. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the ORC module. Note: Vehicles that had Safety Recall (manufacturer,s ref.M35 , DVSA ref. R/2013/120): Occupant Restraint Control Module Filter Circuit completed must also have the ORC module filter circuit removed. Due to issues with parts supply the recall of WG/WJ models is suspended however KJ models remain unaffected. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The airbag system Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner inadvertent deployment. An inadvertent deployment while driving could distract the driver and cause a crash without warning.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FRONT AIRBAG AND/OR SEATBELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY DEPLOY UNEXPECTEDLY Defect: The airbag system Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner inadvertent deployment. An inadvertent deployment while driving could distract the driver and cause a crash without warning. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ORC module. Note: Vehicles that had Safety Recall (manufacturer�s ref.M35 � DVSA ref. R/2013/120) - Occupant Restraint Control Module Filter Circuit completed must also have the ORC module filter circuit removed. Due to issues with parts supply the recall of WG/WJ models is suspended however KJ models remain unaffected
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: front airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner may deploy unexpectedly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the ORC module. Note: Vehicles that had Safety Recall (manufacturer,s ref.M35 , DVSA ref. R/2013/120): Occupant Restraint Control Module Filter Circuit completed must also have the ORC module filter circuit removed. Due to issues with parts supply the recall of WG/WJ models is suspended however KJ models remain unaffected.
Are You Affected?
Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee built between 29 March 2003 and 9 December 2004 may be included. Chrysler estimates 6,443 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chrysler, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chrysler.
- Book with any franchised Chrysler dealer, quoting the campaign code R60 or the DVSA reference R/2016/110. See how to get a Chrysler recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300, Jeep Grand CherokeeThe engine tone wheel which provides a signal to the crankshaft position sensor may fail | Book soon | R/2021/095 | |
| Jeep Grand CherokeeA fuel pump relay which could operate intermittently or fail without warning | Urgent | R/2021/070 | |
| Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand CherokeeBraking performance may be reduced | Urgent | R/2016/116 | |
| 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum, Jeep Commander and 1 morePossible loss of vehicle safety features | Urgent | R/2015/200 | |
| 200, 300, Cherokee, Dodge Challenger and 3 moreVehicle electronic systems may malfunction | Low | R/2015/191 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chrysler recall launched before it was R/2016/116 on 9 Jun 2016, for braking performance may be reduced. The one launched after it was R/2016/121 on 12 Aug 2016, for centre rear seat belt retractor may not comply with requirements. You can also see every Chrysler recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/110, launched 8 July 2016. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.