JEEP WRANGLER 2018: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V320000

Make Model Year
JEEP WRANGLER 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-05-09 2019-04-23 2019-04-24

Production Dates: 2018-01-08 - 2018-12-21

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 94

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks "EHGUSA-AF" is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving.

Consequence

If the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. Note: Vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19V-190.

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.