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Jeep Wrangler Front Track Bar Bracket Weld Defect
high How serious is it? About this label
An unexpected reduction in steering ability increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V675000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Sep 28, 2018 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Part affected | Structure:frame And Members |
| Vehicles covered | 2 model/year combinations, model years 2018–2019 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling certain Jeep Wrangler vehicles because the front track bar brackets may have been improperly welded. A poorly welded bracket can separate from the vehicle's frame while the vehicle is being driven. If this happens, the driver may experience an unexpected reduction in the vehicle's steering ability, making the vehicle harder to steer and control on the road.
What you should do
2. Contact a Jeep dealer, or call Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall number UA5).
3. The bracket weld inspection and repair are free of charge.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 18V675000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (2)
Who to contact
Jeep — official Jeep recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-853-1403
The bigger picture
- Jeep Structure Recalls Cover Loose Trim and Frame Defects · all 9 Jeep recalls in this area
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Official notice
- Component
- STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
- Safety risk
- An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.