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Recall 18V-492

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 1 other model: Power train (automatic transmission).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-492
Reported
July 26, 2018
Vehicles affected
5 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica non-hybrid vehicles. A component in the transmission may not have been welded properly, possibly causing the transmission to not transmit engine power to the wheels.

The risk

If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is U85.

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