UAE: Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler among recalls due to dangerous airbag defect

Stellantis Middle East is recalling specific vehicles due to a potentially dangerous airbag defect involving components manufactured by Takata. Affected brands include Citroën, DS Automobiles, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Opel, it was announced on Wednesday.

The automaker urged their customers in the region “to act immediately and check if their vehicle is affected via the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) tool".

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“Owners are strongly urged to check their VINs and contact an authorised service provider immediately to schedule a free-of-charge airbag replacement, Stellantis Middle East noted, adding “the recall covers millions of vehicles globally and continues to be one of the largest automotive safety campaigns in history.”

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According to Stellantis, the airbag inflators – manufactured by Japanese supplier Takata – “can degrade over time, especially in hot and humid climates like the Middle East".

“In the event of a collision, a ruptured inflator can project sharp metal fragments into the vehicle cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or even death. Many of the affected vehicles are over 10 years old, and current owners may not be aware they are driving a vehicle equipped with a faulty airbag,” Stellantis added in their statement sent to Khaleej Times.

How to check vehicle?

To assist customers in identifying whether their vehicle is affected, Stellantis has launched a VIN Check Tool, available online at www.recall.stellantis.com/#/takata.

All Middle East customers of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM can also check their status through Mopar Middle East at Mopar Middle East – Service & Parts. For further assistance, customers may contact:+971 600-565561, or email: customercare-me@stellantis.com

If the vehicle is confirmed to be affected, customers should contact their nearest authorised dealer to schedule a free airbag replacement. Owners of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or RAM vehicles may also book appointments through the Mopar Middle East website.

Affected vehicles/ model year

Stellantis, maker Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move, and Leasys, said the following vehicles are affected.

Chrysler

- Chrysler 300 (2005 – 2015)

Dodge

- Dodge Magnum (2005)

- Dodge Durango (2004 – 2009)

- Dodge Dakota (2006 – 2008)

- Dodge Charger (2006 – 2015)

- Dodge Challenger (2008 – 2014)

Jeep

- Jeep Wrangler (2007 – 2016)

Ram

- Ram 1500 (2004 – 2008)

- Ram 2500 (2003 – 2008)

- Ram 3500 (2003 – 2008)

Citroën

- Citroen C3 (2011 -2017)

- Citroen C4 (2012-2017)

- Citroen C -Zero (2015)

- Citroën DS3 (2011 – 2016)

- Citroën DS4 (2011 – 2017)

- Citroën DS5 (2013 – 2017)

Opel

- Opel Astra H (2005 – 2013)

- Opel Astra J (2010 – 2018)

- Opel Cascada (2014 – 2018)

- Opel Mokka (2013 – 2017)

- Opel Vectra C (2006 – 2008)

- Opel Zafira C (2013 – 2017)

- Opel Meriva B (2013 – 2015)

- Opel Signum (2007)

Angel Tesorero

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Angel Tesorero is Assistant Editor and designated funny guy in the newsroom, but dead serious about writing on transport, labour migration, and environmental issues. He is a food lover too.