NHTSA Recall 16V287000: Axle shaft (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 52 vehicles. It affects 2016 Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V287000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S38 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY › AXLE SHAFT |
| Report received | May 11, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 30, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 30, 2015, to October 2, 2015. The left halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
Safety risk
A fractured halfshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is S38.
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 16V287000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee | 2016 |
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.