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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 16V284📅 May 11, 2016

2016 Jeep Cherokee recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2015, to March 22, 2016. The right halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.

💥 The risk

A fractured halfshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is S39.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
16V284000
Manufacturer recall #
S39
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
1,029
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Owner phone
1-800-853-1403
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 30, 2016
Built
Oct 3, 2015 – Mar 22, 2016
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 16V284 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 16V284?

2016 Jeep Cherokee. 1,029 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Jeep dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-853-1403.