Recalls (10)
Suspension — RearCampaign 18V278000 · 01 May 2018Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.
Risk: A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U38. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-085. Vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.
Power train — Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)Campaign 15V222000 · 15 Apr 2015Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Fuel system, gasoline — Tank assemblyCampaign 13V252000 · 19 Jun 2013Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
Suspension — RearCampaign 12V085000 · 05 Mar 2012Problem: In june 2012, chrysler expanded this recall to include model year 2006 and 2007 jeep liberty vehicles, representing an additional 137,176 vehicles. This recall now concerns certain my 2004-2007 jeep liberty vehicles. The total number vehicles being recalled is now 346,900. These vehicles were manufactured from july 3, 2003 through june 29, 2007. The recall addresses those vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Some vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that can experience a rear suspension lower control arm fracture due to excessive corrosion due to application of road salts during winter weather conditions.
Risk: A fracture of the rear lower control arm may result in a loss of vehicle control and may lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms on all affected vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 26, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
SuspensionCampaign 09E039000 · 19 Jun 2009Problem: Rock krawler is recalling 44 performance suspension systems sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicle listed above. These suspension systems were produced with grade 2 carriage bolts instead of the proper grade 5 carriage bolts. The improper grade 2 carriage bolts could experience a loss of clamping force for the bottom strut fork.
Risk: This condition could cause a loss of effective lift and lowering of the affected vehicle, possibly creating the driver to panic which could possibly lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Rock krawler will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The safety recall began on october 15. 2008. All the affected untits have been remedied. Owners may contact rock krawler at 1-518-270-9822.
Electrical systemCampaign 07V089000 · 09 Mar 2007Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with valeo heating, ventilation and air conditioning (hvac), the blower motor may overheat.
Risk: This could cause an interior fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hvac blower motor free of charge. The recall began on may 28, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Suspension — Lower ball jointCampaign 06V288000 · 03 Aug 2006Problem: On certain trucks, the constant tension front lower ball joints may experience contamination. If the vehicle is operated for an extended period with this condition, the ball joint may eventually experience wear and looseness.
Risk: When the driver continues to operate the vehicle with this condition, the contamination can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear and possibly separation from the steering knuckle causing a loss of vehicle steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front lower ball joints free of charge. The recall began on september 11, 2006. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Latches/locks/linkages — LatchCampaign 06V072000 · 09 Mar 2006Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retention components." an incorrect right front door latch reinforcement plate may have been installed which may cause the secondary door latch to become inoperative.
Risk: This increases the possibility of a door becoming forced open and an unbelted passenger being ejected during certain crash conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the latch assembly and replace the right front door latch reinforcement plate free of charge. The recall began on march 13, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Electrical system — Front underhoodCampaign 06V036000 · 09 Feb 2006Problem: On certain two wheel drive sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7 liter engines, the left oxygen sensor wiring harness may contact the exhaust pipe.
Risk: Damage to the wiring harness could result in an underbody fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the oxygen sensor wiring harness takeout for damage. If the takeout is damaged, the wiring will be repaired and a tie wrap installed to secure the excess length of wiring harness. If there is no damage, a tie wrap will be installed to secure the excess length of the wiring harness. The recall began on april 17, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Power train — Automatic transmissionCampaign 05V460000 · 06 Oct 2005Problem: On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
Risk: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.