Automatic transmission: cooling unit and linesRecall 13V-234 · 2012–2013 Jeep Wrangler
Chrysler Group LLC recall 13V-234 covers 180,131 2012–2013 Jeep Wrangler for a automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines problem, reported to NHTSA on June 4, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V234000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and an automatic transmission and manufactured January 23, 2011, through February 23, 2013. The power steering line may contact and wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line resulting in a loss of transmission fluid.
The risk
A loss of transmission fluid may result in a loss of transmission function which may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N28.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 23, 2011 to February 23, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.