JEEP LIBERTY 2005: SUSPENSION:REAR

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V278000

Make Model Year
JEEP LIBERTY 2005
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-06-26 2018-05-01 2018-05-03

Production Dates: 2003-04-29 - 2007-06-29

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: U38

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 239904

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.

Consequence

A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U38. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-085. Vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.

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.