JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2015: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V469000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JEEP | GRAND CHEROKEE | 2015 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2015-07-29 | 2015-07-27 | 2015-07-27 |
Production Dates: 2015-06-12 - 2015-06-20
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: R38
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5492
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.
If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R38. Note: This supersedes Recall No. 15V-407.
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.
