NHTSA 16V287000 United States
Jeep Cherokee recall: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Official safety recall 16V287000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign16V287000
ComponentPower Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Report date2016-05-11
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US LLC)
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee | 2016 | United States |
The problem
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 30, 2015, to October 2, 2015. The left halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
A fractured halfshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is S38.