NHTSA 18V131000 United States
Jeep Renegade recall: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Official safety recall 18V131000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign18V131000
ComponentEngine And Engine Cooling:engine
Report date2018-02-22
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US LLC)
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Jeep Renegade | 2017 | United States |
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Renegade vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may be equipped with a cracked oil pump housing/balance shaft module (BSM), which can cause the oil pump to fail and the engine to stall.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump for its production information, and replace the BSM as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U18.