Safety Recall NHTSA · 09E044000 Reported July 9, 2009

Aftermarket mopar tow bar assemblies

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · N/A · 308 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09E044000
Manufacturer Campaign
J24
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
308
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
July 9, 2009

Defect Summary

Chrysler is recalling 308 aftermarket mopar tow bar assemblies, p/n 82209758, sold during 2007 and 2008 calendar year which are used to tow model year 2007 and 2008 jeep wrangler vehicles.

Safety Consequence

The tow bar can fail under certain driving conditions. this can result in the towed vehicle separating from the towing vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify the owners of all 2007 and 2008 model year jeep wrangler vehicles who could have purchased a recalled tow bar and will replace the tow bars free of charge. the safety recall began on november 23, 2009. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 09E044000 or campaign J24.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09E044000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09E044000?

NHTSA recall 09E044000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 9, 2009. It addresses: Aftermarket mopar tow bar assemblies. The recall affects approximately 308 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09E044000 or the manufacturer campaign number J24. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.