50,000 2018MY Jeep Cherokees Recalled Due To Fire Risk

The Jeep Cherokee has been struck with yet another recall, and this time it concerns owners of certain 2018MY models.

In the statement released by FCA, the automaker mentions an estimated 48,990 units of the vehicle in the United States equipped with the 2.4-liter inline-four MultiAir engine affected by the recall.

Following an internal investigation, it has been discovered that, in FCA’s words, “a batch of fuel-supply tubes may have connectors that were incorrectly fitted”.

In extreme cases, the defective parts could leak fuel, thus increasing the risk of fire, although Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this fault.

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The automaker has already started notifying owners of the 2018 Jeep Cherokee to schedule an appointment with a local dealership. Subsequently, technicians will take care of the problem by replacing the faulty parts with new ones. As usual, all the work will be carried out free of charge.

In the meantime, concerned owners can contact the FCA US Recall Information Center at (800)-853-1403 to find out more about this safety campaign.

Besides the 48,990 examples found on U.S. soil, the company is also calling back 1,666 units of the 2018 Jeep Cherokee In Canada, along with 674 in markets outside the NAFTA region.