NHTSA Recall 18V282000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 48,990 vehicles. It affects 2018 Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V282000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | U39 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | May 1, 2018 |
| Owner notification | May 24, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may have been manufactured with a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U39.
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 18V282000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee | 2018 |
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.