NHTSA Recall # | 140162 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V231000 |
MFG Compaign # | U27 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | JEEP |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | WRANGLER |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
Date of notification | 11/09/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 15/10/17 |
End date of manufacturing | 16/10/17 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 12/04/18 |
Report created | 13/04/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 106 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2018 jeep wrangler vehicles. The rear under body ladder rail may corrode, possibly reducing the strength of the rear floor pan and causing the left rear seat mount to become loose. |
Consequence summary | If the floor pan strength is reduced and/or the rear seat mount becomes loose, the rear seat may detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, coat the interior and exterior of the driver's side rear underbody ladder rail with three-part rust protection. The recall began september 11, 2018. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is u27. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |