Recall 18E028000: Trailer Hitches

NHTSA recall 18E028000 · announced May 1, 2018 · Mopar · 57,477 units affected

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain accessory Mopar Gooseneck Ball Kits, part numbers 82213631 and 82213632. The retention ball may not fully seat in the receiver plate. Despite the shuttle being in the locked position, the gooseneck ball may detach from the truck mounting hardware.

The risk

If the gooseneck ball does not remain secured, it can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the Gooseneck Ball, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U40.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

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.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.