What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2024390
- Recall date
- 3 July 2024
- Make
- Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Fiat
- Models
- Giulia, Stelvio, Renegade, 500X, 500e
- Model years
- 2017 to 2025
- Vehicle class
- SUV
- System
- Seats And Restraints
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 8,387
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
Issue: rnOn certain vehicles, the connector for the driver and/or passenger-front seat belt buckle sensor(s) could fail and cause the seat airbag(s) to deploy with too much force. rnNote: This problem would cause the airbag warning light to display on the instrument panel or the seat belt reminder chime and warning light to stay on, even if you're buckled. rnrnSafety Risk: rnAn airbag that deploys with too much force could increase the risk of injury in a crash. rnrnCorrective Actions: rnFCA Canada will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the connector for the driver and/or passenger-front seat belt buckle sensor(s).
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 2024390.