2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Tow Bracket Recall: Loose Bracket Risk
Chrysler recalls 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee models with loose tow hook brackets that could detach while driving, causing loss of control and crashes. Owners must have brackets checked by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the tow bracket is loose, the bracket may detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven, possibly becoming a road hazard. If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there may be a loss of control of the towed vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles made between August 8 and August 16, 2016, because the rear tow hook bracket may be loose. If the bracket detaches while driving or during recovery, it could cause loss of control and a crash. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226102-2017-jeep-grand-cherokee-tow-bracket-recall-loose-bracket-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226102-2017-jeep-grand-cherokee-tow-bracket-recall-loose-bracket-risk · Updated October 9, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V686000
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“2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Tow Bracket Recall: Loose Bracket Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 9, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226102-2017-jeep-grand-cherokee-tow-bracket-recall-loose-bracket-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #16V686000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V686000).
Why it’s dangerous
A loose tow hook bracket can detach while driving or during vehicle recovery. If it detaches, it may cause loss of control of the towed vehicle, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured between August 8 and August 16, 2016 are affected. Drivers using the vehicle for towing or recovery operations are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee was made between August 8 and August 16, 2016. The recall specifically mentions the rear tow hook bracket may be loose.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler
Call Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to have the tow hook bracket checked for tightness.
Have Bracket Checked
Dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S73.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 38 days.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #16V686000 (September 23, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 9, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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