JEEP CHEROKEE 2020: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V637000

Make Model Year
JEEP CHEROKEE 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-10-24 2019-08-29 2019-08-30

Production Dates: 2019-06-25 - 2019-08-06

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: V99

Component: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5294

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The steering rack gear may break, possibly causing a loss of steering control.

Consequence

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V99.

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.