If the halfshaft bearing cage breaks, the halfshaft may not be able to transmit engine power, causing a loss of drive or it can allow the vehicle to move while in the "Park" position. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Power Train — Axle Assembly — Axle Shaft

Date Announced

JUL 26, 2018

Vehicles Affected

702

Jeep Recall #

U78

NHTSA Campaign #

18V494000

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles. The bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly may not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure.

Actions

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U78.

Documents (14)

• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Chronology
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - 08/02/2018 New Safety Recall Advanced Communication – U78
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2018-3
• Renotification Representative Copy
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2018-4
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #6, 2019-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2019-3