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Recall 18V-281

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2015 to 2018 Dodge Charger: Power train (driveline, driveshaft).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-281
Reported
May 1, 2018
Vehicles affected
13,928 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.

The risk

If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles