Jeep Cherokee recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 11, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2016 Jeep Cherokee

Recall number

16V284000

Brand / firm

Jeep

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,029 units

Why it was recalled

A fractured halfshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2015, to March 22, 2016. The right halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is S39.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.