The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·13V234000·Announced 2013-06-04

Chrysler Recalls 2012-2013 Jeep Wranglers for Transmission Fluid Leak Risk

Chrysler is recalling 2012-2013 Jeep Wranglers with 3.6L engines and automatic transmissions because a power steering line may wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line, causing fluid loss.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (transmission fluid loss) that may result in loss of transmission function and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and an automatic transmission. The affected vehicles were manufactured between January 23, 2011, and February 23, 2013.

The recall addresses a defect where the power steering line may contact and wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line. This contact can result in a loss of transmission fluid, which may lead to a loss of transmission function and increase the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return tube assembly free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JEEP WRANGLER
Brand
JEEP
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
180,131

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • WRANGLER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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