Chrysler Dodge Journey, Grand Voyager Recall R/2017/019: Airbag May Malfunction, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 31 Mar 2017
- Launched
- 1,296
- vehicles in the UK
- S07
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chrysler recalled Dodge Journey, Grand Voyager vehicles built between 29 January 2007 and 31 August 2008. Due to corrosion there maybe a malfunction of the power supply within the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module. The dealer will replace the Occupant Restraint Control module. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to corrosion there maybe a malfunction of the power supply within the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module. This could result in either an illuminated airbag warning lamp with the possibility of no airbag deployment in a crash necessitating airbag deployment or an inadvertent airbag deployment without an illuminated airbag warning lamp. Either of these conditions could increase the risk of a crash or injury.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: AIRBAG MAY MALFUNCTION Defect: It has been identified that due to corrosion there maybe a malfunction of the power supply within the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module. This could result in either an illuminated airbag warning lamp with the possibility of no airbag deployment in a crash necessitating airbag deployment or an inadvertent airbag deployment without an illuminated airbag warning lamp. Either of these conditions could increase the risk of a crash or injury. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicle to replace the Occupant Restraint Control module.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in either an illuminated airbag warning lamp with the possibility of no airbag deployment in a crash necessitating airbag deployment or an inadvertent airbag deployment without an illuminated airbag warning lamp.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the Occupant Restraint Control module.
Are You Affected?
Dodge Journey, Grand Voyager built between 29 January 2007 and 31 August 2008 may be included. Chrysler estimates 1,296 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.
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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 S07 or the DVSA reference R/2017/019. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Voyager, Town AND CountryThe driver's airbag emblem may have become loose or detached | Urgent | R/2020/250 | |
| Dodge Journey, Grand VoyagerEngine could shut off unintentionally | Urgent | R/2015/176 | |
| Grand VoyagerFire may occur | Urgent | R/2015/058 | |
| Grand VoyagerIncorrect weight ratings | Low | R/2014/165 | |
| Grand VoyagerIncorrect side airbag may deploy | Urgent | R/2013/088 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chrysler recall launched before it was R/2016/121 on 12 Aug 2016, for centre rear seat belt retractor may not comply with requirements. The one launched after it was R/2017/174 on 30 Jun 2017, for driver airbag inflator. You can also see every Chrysler recall, all recalls launched in 2017 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/019, launched 31 March 2017. 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.