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Recall 18V-343

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: Steering.

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-343
Reported
May 25, 2018
Vehicles affected
539 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft may not have been properly welded causing a split where the external spline is formed.

The risk

If the weld seam splits, the steering wheel may lose center positioning causing a loss of steering responsiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is U48.

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