NHTSA recall 18V-731 (18V731000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported October 17, 2018 - about 21,104 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V731000
- Also written as
- 18V-731
- Manufacturer number
- UB2
- Reported
- October 17, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~21,104
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Renegade 4X2 flex fuel/E85 vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. In certain operating conditions such as high power demand in conjunction with high altitude and/or high ambient temperatures, a manufacturing error in the fuel pump assembly may result in a loss of fuel pressure.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of fuel pressure can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB2.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-731 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.