JEEP WRANGLER 2018: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V124000

Make Model Year
JEEP WRANGLER 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-04-30 2020-03-03 2020-03-03

Production Dates: 2018-09-26 - 2018-09-28

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: W12

Component: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 33237

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

Consequence

The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.

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.