CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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
An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in certain vehicles. If the wrong part is in place, the transmission may not shift fully into PARK, so the vehicle may not stay in place when parked.
This increases the risk of unintended vehicle movement and a crash. Owners should be careful when parking and always set the parking brake and confirm the shifter is fully in PARK.
The correct park lock rod will be installed by an authorized dealer at no cost to you. Owners will be notified by mail, and you can check whether your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN at the NHTSA recall lookup or contacting Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall U43).
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Chrysler 300 | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Dodge Challenger | 2018 |
| Dodge Charger | 2018 |
| Dodge Durango | 2018 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2018 |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2018 |
| RAM 1500 | 2018 |