NHTSA Campaign 18V280000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported May 1, 2018 · 71 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

Consequence

If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
CHRYSLER 300 2018 71
DODGE CHALLENGER 2018 71
DODGE CHARGER 2018 71
DODGE DURANGO 2018 71
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2018 71
JEEP WRANGLER 2018 71
RAM 1500 2018 71

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V280000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.