Valve Stem Extensions may Loosen and Leak Air
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Kibbi, LLC
- Units affected
- 293
- Recall opened
- Jul 7, 2016
- Owner notification
- Jul 6, 2016
- Manufacturer campaign
- Sprinter 6302016
- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (2)
- RENEGADE VIENNA2015–2016
- RENEGADE VILLAGIO2014–2016
Component / system
Defect
Kibbi, LLC (Kibbi) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Renegade Vienna vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to June 1, 2016, and 2014-2016 Renegade Villagio vehicles manufactured March 4, 2013, to June 6, 2016. While checking or filing the rear inner tires, the valve stem extensions may inadvertently be loosened, resulting in a slow air leak.
Risk / consequence
If the valve stem extensions loosen and allow air to leak, the tires may be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.
Remedy
Kibbi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve stem extensions, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2016. Owners may contact Kibbi customer service at 1-574-966-0196. Kibbi's number for this recall is Sprinter 6302016.
Documents (9)
Source: NHTSA campaign 16V513000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.