NHTSA Recall 11V145000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V145000; Date: Mar. 1, 2011
This could result in noise, or ultimately, degradation in steering and handling characteristics which could lead to loss of directional control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Jeep Wrangler; 2011 Jeep Wrangler
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Chrysler Group Llc
Affected Units:: 18,326
Recall Summary:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured from July 12, 2010, through September 10, 2010. Some vehicles may experience a degradation of fastener torque for various front and rear axle attachments to the chassis module.
How to Fix:
Dealers will re-torque all nineteen fasteners to the maximum residual torque values. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on March 24, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Chrysler safety recall no. L09. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 24, 2011
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