JEEP COMMANDER 2016: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Make : JEEP Model : COMMANDER Year : 2016
Build Dates : 2012-11-14 - 2017-02-17
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V254000
Date Owner's Notified: 2017-05-12 Date Received by ODI: 2017-04-17 Date Added to Database: 2017-04-19
Manufacturers Involved: Rosenbauer America
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 34
Summary:
      Rosenbauer Motors "Rosenbauer" is recalling certain 2012-2017 Commander vehicles. The ball joints on the independent front suspension "IFS" modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
Consequence:
      A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
      Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.