Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #15V469000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V469000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting model year 2015 jeep grand cherokee and dodge durango vehicles manufactured june 12, 2015, to june 20, 2015 Includes 5,492 affected units, Incorrectly Heat Treated Rear Lower Control Arms, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 jeep grand cherokee and dodge durango vehicles manufactured june 12, 2015, to june 20, 2015

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2015 jeep grand cherokee and dodge durango vehicles manufactured june 12, 2015, to june 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began july 29, 2015. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r38. note: this supersedes recall no. 15v-407.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V469000
Report Received Date: 2015-07-27T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrectly heat treated rear lower control arms
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 5,492

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R38
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2015 jeep grand cherokee and dodge durango vehicles manufactured june 12, 2015, to june 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.
Consequence Summary: If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began july 29, 2015. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r38. note: this supersedes recall no. 15v-407.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 93.63

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