Steering Shaft Welding Problem Can Cause a Loss of Control

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Scott McCracken
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The 2018 Wrangler is being recalled to repair a steering shaft weld that can create a dangerous driving situation. Engineers found the Wranglers have incomplete long seam welds that can cause a split, and combined with high steering wheel torque, the steering wheel will lose center positioning.

Drivers will also notice a lack of steering response, although Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) doesn't believe the defect is responsible for any accidents. Yet.

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