2018 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and others recall: automatic transmission
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 1, 2018. It covers about 71 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 71
- reported
- May 1, 2018
- owners notified
- Jun 28, 2018
- related complaints
- 361
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
- Risk
- If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
Recall number 18V280000
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler 300 2018 2018
- Dodge Challenger 2018 2018
- Dodge Charger 2018 2018
- Dodge Durango 2018 2018
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 2018 2018
- Jeep Wrangler 2018 2018
- Ram 1500 2018 2018
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 361 complaints about transmission problems.
2018 Chrysler 3002018 Dodge Challenger2018 Dodge Charger2018 Dodge Durango2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee2018 Jeep Wrangler2018 Ram 1500
Questions about recall 18V280000
Is there a recall on the 2018 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and others automatic transmission?
Yes. Recall 18V280000, reported on May 1, 2018, covers about 71 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V280000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
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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