2018 Jeep Wrangler recall: steering
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 25, 2018. It covers about 539 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 539
- reported
- May 25, 2018
- owners notified
- Jun 21, 2018
- related complaints
- 1,117
Steering
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft may not have been properly welded causing a split where the external spline is formed.
- Risk
- If the weld seam splits, the steering wheel may lose center positioning causing a loss of steering responsiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U48.
Recall number 18V343000
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Wrangler 2018 2018
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1,117 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 18V343000
Is there a recall on the 2018 Jeep Wrangler steering?
Yes. Recall 18V343000, reported on May 25, 2018, covers about 539 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V343000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U48.
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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