NHTSA Recall # | 67518 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 09E044000 |
MFG Compaign # | J24 |
Manufacturer | CHRYSLER LLC |
Supplier | JEEP |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | WRANGLER |
Model Year | 2008 |
Component | EQUIPMENT |
Date of notification | 23/11/09 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 18/06/25 |
End date of manufacturing | 18/06/25 |
Type of recall | E |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 09/07/09 |
Report created | 10/07/09 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 308 |
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. |
Consequence summary | 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. |
Recall notes | Chrysler's recall campaign no. J24. This recall only pertains to chrysler aftermarket mopar tow bar assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on jeep wrangler vehicles. 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 . |