| Auto Recall Date: |
APR 28, 1997 |
| Vehicle Component: |
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
2500
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
APR 28, 1997
Vehicle Component:
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
2500
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE FRAME, A FILLET WELD THAT JOINS THE INNER STEERING GEAR ATTACHMENT REINFORCEMENT TO THE FRAME RAIL, WAS OMITTED.
Defect Consequence:
DUE TO HIGH STEERING LOAD EVENTS, VEHICLES CAN EXHIBIT BROKEN STEERING GEAR ATTACHING BOLTS OR FRAME RAIL CRACKING AT THE STEERING GEAR ATTACHING POINT INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR CRACKS IN THE FRAME RAIL. VEHICLES THAT SHOW CRACKS WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH REINFORCEMENT PLATES. VEHICLES THAT ARE FOUND TO BE FREE OF CRACKS WILL HAVE A SLOT CUT IN THE CROSS MEMBER AND THE FILLET WELD WILL BE ADDED.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
2500
Notes:
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
| Auto Recall Date: |
MAY 11, 2009 |
| Vehicle Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
42540
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
MAY 11, 2009
Vehicle Component:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
42540
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Defect Consequence:
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy:
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
42540
Notes:
DOPE, INC.
| Auto Recall Date: |
MAR 23, 2006 |
| Vehicle Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
61944
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
MAR 23, 2006
Vehicle Component:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
61944
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Defect Consequence:
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy:
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
61944
Notes:
PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
| Auto Recall Date: |
MAY 10, 2000 |
| Vehicle Component: |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
589000
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
MAY 10, 2000
Vehicle Component:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
589000
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, OR WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS CAN EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED FOR AN EXTENSIVE PERIOD IN THE "SALT BELT." IF THE ROTORS ARE NOT REPLACED, THE CORROSION CAN EVENTUALLY COMPROMISE THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER HUB SECTION OF THE ROTOR.
Defect Consequence:
THE REDUCED STRENGTH CAN ALLOW THE CAST IRON WEAR SURFACE TO SEPARATE FROM THE HUB, REDUCING THE BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
589000
Notes:
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION 879
| Auto Recall Date: |
MAR 17, 1997 |
| Vehicle Component: |
SEAT BELTS:REAR |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
77000
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
MAR 17, 1997
Vehicle Component:
SEAT BELTS:REAR
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
77000
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
THE WEB MOUNTED REAR SEAT BELT INBOARD ANCHOR POSITIONS MAY NOT ACHIEVE THE REQUIRED LOAD OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Defect Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT WOULD NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL ADD A WASHER TO EACH REAR INBOARD SEAT BELT ANCHOR ATTACHMENT.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
77000
Notes:
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
| Auto Recall Date: |
OCT 11, 1995 |
| Vehicle Component: |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
32000
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
OCT 11, 1995
Vehicle Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
32000
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
THE FASTENERS WHICH SECURE THE ALTERNATOR CIRCUIT FUSE TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER CLAMP LOAD.
Defect Consequence:
IMPROPER CLAMPING CAN RESULT IN ARCING AT THE CONNECTION POTENTIALLY CAUSING A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR FUSE WITH A FUSE LINK AND ANY DAMAGE TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER WILL BE REPAIRED.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
32000
Notes:
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
| Auto Recall Date: |
APR 07, 2009 |
| Vehicle Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
16270
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
APR 07, 2009
Vehicle Component:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
16270
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Defect Consequence:
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy:
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
16270
Notes:
SABERSPORT
| Auto Recall Date: |
FEB 06, 2008 |
| Vehicle Component: |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
107
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
FEB 06, 2008
Vehicle Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT IS RECALLING 107 MY 1994-1998 RIGHT HAND DRIVE, 4-WHEEL DRIVE JEEP CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, 'CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS;' NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT;' NO. 111, 'REARVIEW MIRROR;' NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION;' NO. 115, 'VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER;' NO. 118, 'POWER WINDOW SYSTEM;' NO. 120, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS;' NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION;' AND NO. 301, 'FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.'
Defect Consequence:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED STANDARDS.
Remedy:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT WILL MAKE ALL THE REQUIRED MODIFICATIONS. A REPRESENTATIVE WILL TRAVEL TO THE CUSTOMER'S LOCATION AND MAKE THE MODIFICATIONS ON SITE. THE RECALL WILL BE PERFORMED ON A REGIONAL BASIS BEGINNING MARCH 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT U.S. DRIVE RIGHT AT 1-888-632-5936.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Notes:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT
| Auto Recall Date: |
FEB 06, 2008 |
| Vehicle Component: |
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
107
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
FEB 06, 2008
Vehicle Component:
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT IS RECALLING 107 MY 1994-1998 RIGHT HAND DRIVE, 4-WHEEL DRIVE JEEP CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, 'CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS;' NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT;' NO. 111, 'REARVIEW MIRROR;' NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION;' NO. 115, 'VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER;' NO. 118, 'POWER WINDOW SYSTEM;' NO. 120, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS;' NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION;' AND NO. 301, 'FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.'
Defect Consequence:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED STANDARDS.
Remedy:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT WILL MAKE ALL THE REQUIRED MODIFICATIONS. A REPRESENTATIVE WILL TRAVEL TO THE CUSTOMER'S LOCATION AND MAKE THE MODIFICATIONS ON SITE. THE RECALL WILL BE PERFORMED ON A REGIONAL BASIS BEGINNING MARCH 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT U.S. DRIVE RIGHT AT 1-888-632-5936.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Notes:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT
| Auto Recall Date: |
FEB 06, 2008 |
| Vehicle Component: |
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
107
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
FEB 06, 2008
Vehicle Component:
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT IS RECALLING 107 MY 1994-1998 RIGHT HAND DRIVE, 4-WHEEL DRIVE JEEP CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, 'CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS;' NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT;' NO. 111, 'REARVIEW MIRROR;' NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION;' NO. 115, 'VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER;' NO. 118, 'POWER WINDOW SYSTEM;' NO. 120, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS;' NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION;' AND NO. 301, 'FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.'
Defect Consequence:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED STANDARDS.
Remedy:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT WILL MAKE ALL THE REQUIRED MODIFICATIONS. A REPRESENTATIVE WILL TRAVEL TO THE CUSTOMER'S LOCATION AND MAKE THE MODIFICATIONS ON SITE. THE RECALL WILL BE PERFORMED ON A REGIONAL BASIS BEGINNING MARCH 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT U.S. DRIVE RIGHT AT 1-888-632-5936.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Notes:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT
| Auto Recall Date: |
FEB 06, 2008 |
| Vehicle Component: |
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
107
Recall Details
|
Auto Recall Date:
FEB 06, 2008
Vehicle Component:
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT IS RECALLING 107 MY 1994-1998 RIGHT HAND DRIVE, 4-WHEEL DRIVE JEEP CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, 'CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS;' NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT;' NO. 111, 'REARVIEW MIRROR;' NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION;' NO. 115, 'VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER;' NO. 118, 'POWER WINDOW SYSTEM;' NO. 120, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS;' NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION;' AND NO. 301, 'FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.'
Defect Consequence:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED STANDARDS.
Remedy:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT WILL MAKE ALL THE REQUIRED MODIFICATIONS. A REPRESENTATIVE WILL TRAVEL TO THE CUSTOMER'S LOCATION AND MAKE THE MODIFICATIONS ON SITE. THE RECALL WILL BE PERFORMED ON A REGIONAL BASIS BEGINNING MARCH 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT U.S. DRIVE RIGHT AT 1-888-632-5936.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Notes:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT
| Auto Recall Date: |
FEB 06, 2008 |
| Vehicle Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
107
Recall Details
|
Auto Recall Date:
FEB 06, 2008
Vehicle Component:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT IS RECALLING 107 MY 1994-1998 RIGHT HAND DRIVE, 4-WHEEL DRIVE JEEP CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, 'CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS;' NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT;' NO. 111, 'REARVIEW MIRROR;' NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION;' NO. 115, 'VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER;' NO. 118, 'POWER WINDOW SYSTEM;' NO. 120, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS;' NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION;' AND NO. 301, 'FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.'
Defect Consequence:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED STANDARDS.
Remedy:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT WILL MAKE ALL THE REQUIRED MODIFICATIONS. A REPRESENTATIVE WILL TRAVEL TO THE CUSTOMER'S LOCATION AND MAKE THE MODIFICATIONS ON SITE. THE RECALL WILL BE PERFORMED ON A REGIONAL BASIS BEGINNING MARCH 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT U.S. DRIVE RIGHT AT 1-888-632-5936.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Notes:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT
| Auto Recall Date: |
FEB 06, 2008 |
| Vehicle Component: |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
107
Recall Details
|
Auto Recall Date:
FEB 06, 2008
Vehicle Component:
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT IS RECALLING 107 MY 1994-1998 RIGHT HAND DRIVE, 4-WHEEL DRIVE JEEP CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 101, 'CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS;' NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT;' NO. 111, 'REARVIEW MIRROR;' NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION;' NO. 115, 'VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER;' NO. 118, 'POWER WINDOW SYSTEM;' NO. 120, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS;' NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION;' AND NO. 301, 'FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY.'
Defect Consequence:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED STANDARDS.
Remedy:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT WILL MAKE ALL THE REQUIRED MODIFICATIONS. A REPRESENTATIVE WILL TRAVEL TO THE CUSTOMER'S LOCATION AND MAKE THE MODIFICATIONS ON SITE. THE RECALL WILL BE PERFORMED ON A REGIONAL BASIS BEGINNING MARCH 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT U.S. DRIVE RIGHT AT 1-888-632-5936.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
107
Notes:
U.S. DRIVE RIGHT
| Auto Recall Date: |
MAR 13, 2006 |
| Vehicle Component: |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Model Affected |
CHEROKEE |
| Estimated Vehicles Affected: |
7440
Recall Details
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Auto Recall Date:
MAR 13, 2006
Vehicle Component:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
7440
Model Affected
1996 JEEP CHEROKEE
1996 Jeep Cherokee Defect Summary:
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
Defect Consequence:
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy:
AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
Estimated Vehicles Affected:
7440
Notes:
BRAKE PARTS, INC.