FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE 2018: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
| Make : FOREST RIVER | Model : CHEROKEE | Year : 2018 |
| Build Dates : 2017-10-30 - 2017-11-04 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V494000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2018-09-20 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-07-26 | Date Added to Database: 2018-08-01 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: U78 | ||
| Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 702 | ||
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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. |
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Consequence:
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. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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