Recall
Jeep Cherokee — 16V287000
NHTSA ID
16V287000
Make
Jeep
Model
Cherokee
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-05-11
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Units Affected
52
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
S38
Summary
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 30, 2015, to October 2, 2015. The left halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
Consequence
A fractured halfshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left 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 S38.