The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V042000·Announced 2020-01-24

Chrysler Recalls 2020 Jeep Wranglers for Front Suspension Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2020 Jeep Wranglers because a front suspension weld may be improperly positioned, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 (suspension component separation) that explicitly increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the left side lower control arm bracket and weld may not be correctly positioned.

The improper weld may allow the lower control arm to separate from the axle, which can increase the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected vehicles is provided in the source text.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2020. 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
Hazard
Affected units
3,005

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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