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- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2015 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles built between June 12 and June 20, 2015, may have rear lower control arms that were incorrectly heat treated. This can cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.
If a rear lower control arm breaks, the ride height of the vehicle can change, the rear end may become unstable, and braking may be reduced. Each of these increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the rear lower control arms and replace them if needed. Chrysler will notify owners, and you can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall R38). Check your VIN for open recalls, and note that this recall supersedes Recall No. 15V-407.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Dodge Durango | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2015 |