NHTSA recall 18V281000
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Dodge Charger
Reported May 1, 201813,928 vehicles affectedChrysler (FCA US LLC)Maker’s number U37Built Aug 5, 2014 – Mar 8, 2018
The defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
The risk
If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.