recall information
Recall number
REC-000186
PRA number
2015/15047
Campaign number
R57
Original published date
make and model information
Make
CHRYSLER
Model
KL Jeep Cherokee
Year range
2014 - 2015
Affected units
1,214
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The Air Conditioning (A/C) hose may have been misrouted during the manufacturing process. The A/C hose may come in contact with the engine exhaust manifold. Prolonged A/C hose contact with the engine exhaust manifold may result in a leak of the A/C refrigerant and/or A/C refrigerant oil
What are the hazards?
A/C refrigerant oil on a hot exhaust manifold could result in underhood smoke and/or an engine compartment fire.
What should consumers do?
FCA Australia will notify vehicle owners who can take their vehicle to a Jeep dealership whereby the vehicle will be repaired.
Supplier details
FCA Australia Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Fiat Chrysler Australia
Contact phone
1800 870 720
Contact email
auscustomercare@fcagroup.com
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
