Suspension: rear: shock absorber
- Component
- Suspension: rear: shock absorber
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler Group LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 20,347
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2014-07-02
- Owners notified
- 2014-09-15
Defect description
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.
Safety risk
Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P37.