NHTSA recall 20V-657 (20V657000)
suspension recall reported October 27, 2020 - about 698 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V657000
- Also written as
- 20V-657
- Manufacturer number
- W81
- Reported
- October 27, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~698
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.
Why it is dangerous
A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81. Note: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-657 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.