NHTSA Campaign 15V469000

SUSPENSION:REAR

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Jul 27, 2015 · 5,492 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.

Consequence

If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R38. Note: This supersedes Recall No. 15V-407.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
DODGE DURANGO 2015 5,492
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2015 5,492

Source: NHTSA Campaign 15V469000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.