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NHTSA Recall 20V183000: Differential unit (power train)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 515 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Dodge Durango.

515
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (May 21)
NHTSA campaign20V183000
Manufacturer campaignW22
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Report receivedMarch 26, 2020
Owner notificationMay 21, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. The front differential may have been assembled with pinion gears that are insufficiently hardened, which can lead to the gear teeth wearing down. If both pinion gears have their teeth sufficiently worn off, torque power can not be transferred from the front wheels to the driveline, resulting in loss of power while driving and loss of the PARK function when stationary.

Safety risk

A sudden loss of power while driving or loss of the transmission PARK function can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front differential, free of charge. The recall began May 21, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W22.

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 20V183000

Make and modelModel years
Dodge Durango2019
Jeep Grand Cherokee2019

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.