Chrysler Recalls 2018 Jeep Wrangler Due to Door Latch Defect
Chrysler is recalling 2018 Jeep Wrangler four-door vehicles because the right rear door latch may be misaligned, potentially preventing the door from latching properly.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (door latch) that poses a risk of injury if the door opens unexpectedly, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.
Plain-English summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler four-door vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the right rear passenger door latch may not be in the correct location. This misalignment can prevent the door from latching properly.
If the right rear passenger door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the right rear door latch reinforcement free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB6. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- JEEP WRANGLER
- Brand
- JEEP
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 52
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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