Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #18V494000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V494000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting 2018 jeep cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles Includes 702 affected units, Half Shaft Bearing Cage may Break, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 jeep cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2018 jeep cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles. the bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly may not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. the recall began september 20, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u78.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V494000
Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Report Received Date: 2018-07-26T00:00:00
Subject: Half shaft bearing cage may break
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 702

Details

MFR Campaign Number: U78
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2018 jeep cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles. the bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly may not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure.
Consequence Summary: If the halfshaft bearing cage breaks, the halfshaft may not be able to transmit engine power, causing a loss of drive or it can allow the vehicle to move while in the "park" position. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. the recall began september 20, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u78.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 82.66

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