2018 Jeep Wrangler Recall for Rear Underbody Ladder Rail Corrosion
Chrysler is recalling 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles because the rear underbody ladder rail may corrode, potentially weakening the floor pan and loosening the rear seat mount.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame and members) where a loose seat mount could detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.
Plain-English summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles due to a defect in the rear underbody ladder rail. The component may corrode, which can reduce the strength of the rear floor pan and cause the left rear seat mount to become loose.
If the floor pan strength is reduced or the rear seat mount becomes loose, the rear seat may detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The recall began on September 11, 2018.
Dealers will inspect the vehicle and, as necessary, coat the interior and exterior of the driver's side rear underbody ladder rail with three-part rust protection. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- JEEP WRANGLER
- Brand
- JEEP
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 106
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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