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Jeep Cherokee fuel tube may leak into engine

NHTSA campaign 18V282000 · Reported 2018-05-01 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

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Leaking gasoline near a hot engine can start a fire, so get the inspection immediately and stop driving and call for help if you smell fuel or see a leak.

What's wrong, in plain English

Some 2018 Jeep Cherokees with the 2.4-liter engine were built with a fuel tube that can leak gasoline into the engine compartment. The engine bay gets very hot and has electrical parts in it, so fuel leaking there can catch fire. A gasoline smell, wet spots under the hood, or fuel disappearing faster than normal are warning signs. Dealers inspect the fuel tube and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your Cherokee is part of recall U39.
2. Contact your Jeep dealer, or Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, for a prompt inspection appointment.
3. The fuel tube inspection and replacement are free of charge.

Affected vehicles (1)

2018 Jeep Cherokee

Who to contact

Jeep — official Jeep recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-853-1403

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Jeep fuel system recalls: leaks, fire risk, and sudden stalls · all 5 Jeep recalls in this area

Official notice

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Summary: 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.
Safety risk: A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.