Power Train:driveline:driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 18V281000 · announced May 1, 2018 · filed by Chrysler (fca Us Llc) · 13,928 units affected

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.

The risk

If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2015 Dodge Charger
• 2016 Dodge Charger
• 2017 Dodge Charger
• 2018 Dodge Charger

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