JEEP CHEROKEE 2018: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V494000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JEEP | CHEROKEE | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-09-20 | 2018-07-26 | 2018-08-01 |
Production Dates: 2017-10-30 - 2017-11-04
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: U78
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 702
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
