Jeep Wrangler (2018-2019): Structure
Recall 18V675000 · Sep 28, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
18,055
vehicles affected
18,055
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18V675000
- Date
- Sep 28, 2018
- Maker
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Units affected
- 18,055
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Structure > Frame and members
- Model years
- 2018-2019
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Crash risk
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
What can happen
An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5.
Vehicles covered
1 model, 2 model years in all
Related pages
Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 18V675000?
1 model: Jeep Wrangler (2018-2019), about 18,055 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 18V675000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5.
What can happen?
An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.