NHTSA recall 18V-343 (18V343000)
steering recall reported May 25, 2018 - about 539 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V343000
- Also written as
- 18V-343
- Manufacturer number
- U48
- Reported
- May 25, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~539
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-343 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.