REC-001626

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2021 JEEP CHEROKEE

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: FCA Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 20 June 2021

Defect

The transmission oil cooler (TOC) hose may have been manufactured with incorrectly cured rubber. This rubber can rupture, allowing transmission fluid to leak.

Hazard

Transmission fluid leaking from a TOC hose may contact an ignition source, leading to a vehicle fire. A vehicle fire may increase the risk of injury or death of vehicle occupants and/or bystanders, as well as property damage.

Remedy

FCA Australia will notify affected owners. Consumers are advised to contact an authorised Chrysler Dodge and Jeep Dealer for repair. For further information, consumers can phone 1300 133 079 or contact Jeep on their website https://www.jeep.com.au/contact-us.html

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — FCA Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001626