NHTSA recall 18V-282 (18V282000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported May 1, 2018 - about 48,990 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V282000
- Also written as
- 18V-282
- Manufacturer number
- U39
- Reported
- May 1, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~48,990
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may have been manufactured with a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U39.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-282 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.