JEEP CHEROKEE 2014: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V392000

Make Model Year
JEEP CHEROKEE 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-09-15 2014-07-02 2014-07-02

Production Dates: 2014-05-21 - 2014-06-05

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: P37

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 20347

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.

Consequence

Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P37.

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.