NHTSA recall 18V-281 (18V281000)
power train recall reported May 1, 2018 - about 13,928 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V281000
- Also written as
- 18V-281
- Manufacturer number
- U37
- Reported
- May 1, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~13,928
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
Why it is dangerous
If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-281 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.