Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V492000 Reported July 26, 2018

Loss of drive from incomplete transmission weld

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Power Train · 5 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V492000
Manufacturer Campaign
U85
Manufacturer
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
5
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 26, 2018
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2019 jeep cherokee vehicles and 2018 chrysler pacifica non-hybrid vehicles. a component in the transmission may not have been welded properly, possibly causing the transmission to not transmit engine power to the wheels.

Safety Consequence

If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin september 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u85.

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 18V492000 or campaign U85.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V492000

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

What is recall 18V492000?

NHTSA recall 18V492000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 26, 2018. It addresses: Loss of drive from incomplete transmission weld. The recall affects approximately 5 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V492000 or the manufacturer campaign number U85. 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.