2016 Jeep Cherokee recall: axle shaft
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 11, 2016. It covers about 1,029 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,029
- reported
- May 11, 2016
- owners notified
- Jun 30, 2016
- related complaints
- 638
Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft
- What is wrong
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2015, to March 22, 2016. The right halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
- Risk
- A fractured halfshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's recall number is S39.
Recall number 16V284000
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Cherokee 2016 2016
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 638 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 16V284000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee axle shaft?
Yes. Recall 16V284000, reported on May 11, 2016, covers about 1,029 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V284000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's recall number is S39.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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