Recall campaign80V023000
Recall 80V023000: 1979–1980 Jeep Wagoneer and 1 other model
Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft
- Report received
- Mar 5, 1980
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler corporation
- Potentially affected
- 10,891vehicles
- Model years
- 1979–1980
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The right and left rear wheel bearings may have been damaged during assembly. A damaged bearing could result in axle and wheel disengagement from the vehicle while in motion.
Remedy
The dealer will replace both rear wheel bearings along with seals, retainer rings and plates at no charge to owner.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1979 Jeep Cherokee0 complaints
- 1980 Jeep Cherokee1 complaints
- 1979 Jeep Wagoneer1 complaints
- 1980 Jeep Wagoneer0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.