Power train: automatic transmissionRecall 18V-280 · Chrysler and Dodge vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall 18V-280 covers 71 Chrysler and Dodge vehicles for a power train: automatic transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on May 1, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 82% of affected vehicles repaired.

82%
Vehicles repaired58 of 71 · 2019 Q3
Vehicles affected717 models
ReportedMay 1, 2018Owners notified Jun 28, 2018
Complaints since356Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 18V280000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

The risk

If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

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.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

82%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2018 Q22019 Q3
7 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from February 10, 2018 to April 6, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.