NHTSA recall 18V-278 (18V278000)
suspension recall reported May 1, 2018 - about 239,904 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V278000
- Also written as
- 18V-278
- Manufacturer number
- U38
- Reported
- May 1, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~239,904
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.
Why it is dangerous
A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U38. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-085. Vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-278 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.