NHTSA Recall 13V234000: Cooling unit and lines (power train) and hose, piping, and connections (steering)
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 180,131 vehicles. It affects 2012–2013 Jeep Wrangler.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V234000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N28 |
| Components | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › COOLING UNIT AND LINES; STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | June 4, 2013 |
| Owner notification | September 23, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Wrangler 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.
Safety risk
A loss of transmission fluid may result in a loss of transmission function which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N28.
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 recall 13V234000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.