NHTSA recall 12E047000
Suspension · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Details
What's wrong: These front wheel hub units can be mistakenly sold to owners and installed on 4x2 versions of the Jeep vehicles.
Why it matters: If the non-formed hub unit is installed on a Jeep liberty 4x2 model (which does not use an axle nut for hub retention), the vehicle wheel will not be secure and a front wheel separation may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Timken has notified retail stores that have received the subject parts. The front wheel hubs will be replaced free of charge. Owners who may have purchased the affected units should contact timken at 1-330-471-3693 for more information. This recall is being conducted by timken, not Chrysler/Jeep.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2002 Jeep Liberty, 2003 Jeep Liberty, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 2005 Jeep Liberty, year not stated Timken Front Wheel Hub.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12E047000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.