A small number of 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade owners will be contacted by the manufacturer about a problem affecting the suspension in their vehicles. According to the defect report, certain Daystar aftermarket replacement rear control arm brackets, included in 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade 1.5″ spacer kit (part KJ09168BK), may have improper or incomplete welds on the top flange on the rear control arm bracket. The problem could result in the rear axle shifting while driving, increasing the risk of an accident. The problem will be accompanied by noise and a sagging rear suspension at the wheel well.

Owners receiving notices will be asked to return to repair shops to have the brackets inspected and replaced as needed. Owners wanting information about the problem are asked to contact Daystar customer service at 1-623-907-0081 or by email at Jbilyeu@daystarweb.com. Daystar’s number for this recall is 16-01 and the NHTSA campaign number is 16E-013.