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NHTSA recall 13V234000

Power Train, Steering · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

June 4, 2013report date
180,131units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Affects 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.

Why it matters: 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.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2013 Jeep Wrangler.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 13V234000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.