The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·22E019000·Announced 2022-03-14

Chrysler Recalls Mopar Steering Rack Assemblies Due to Binding Risk

Chrysler is recalling specific Mopar steering rack assemblies because the rack bar may bind, causing difficulty steering or loss of control.

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 (steering rack) that can result in a loss of steering control, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Steering Rack and Pinion Electric Gear Assemblies with part numbers 68498478AA, 68499163AA, and 68499166AA. The recall addresses a manufacturing defect where the steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened. This condition can allow the bar to bind within the steering rack, resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.

The defect increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace or repurchase the steering gear assembly free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-852-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING:RACK AND PINION recall
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Steering
Hazard
Affected units
53

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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