Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E011000 | AIRTEX PRODUCTS | E (Equipment) | 7291 | 01/25/2005 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 02/01/2006 | 02/01/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain aftermarket airtex electric fuel pumps installed for use as replacement equipment for certain 1997-2004 jeep wrangler; 1997-2001 jeep cherokee; 1997-2004 jeep grand cherokee; and 2000-2003 dodge dakota vehicles. the plastic electrical grommet connectors at the top of the fuel pump module are not compatible with automotive fuels and may degrade causing a potential leak path for fuel. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Airtex will notify its customers and will replace the affected fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on january 25, 2006. owners may contact airtex customer service department at 1-800-880-3056. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket airtex electric fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on jeep grand cherokee, cherokee, wrangler, or dodge dakota vehicles manufactured by daimlerchrysler.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V104000 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 06/01/1999 to 07/31/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 1115322 | 05/13/2002 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 04/08/2002 | 04/15/2002 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could result in a vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. owner notification began may 13, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimlerchrysler recall no.b06.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||||
| 1400302 | 08/12/2002 | 635683 | A customer may experience breakage of the fuel cap tether or interference from the tether during installation of the fuel cap. *tt | 10/30/2002 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||
| EA12005 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/12/2012 | Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires | |||
| Nhtsa has conducted extensive analysis of the data regarding fuel tank integrity for the model year (my) 1993-2004 jeep grand cherokee (jgc). as a result of that work, the agency has decided to upgrade its safety defect investigation to an engineering analysis and to expand the scope of vehicles included in the investigation. nhtsa's assessment of the data collected during preliminary evaluation (pe) 10-031 indicates that rear-impact-related tank failures and vehicle fires are more prevalent in the jgc than in the non-jeep peer vehicles. in addition, the agency's analysis of its fars data for the peer vehicles and three jeep models shows a higher incidence of rear-impact, fatal fire crashes for the jeep products.pe10-031 had focused on the fuel tank system integrity of the jgc vehicles during rear-end collisions and impacts.the fuel tank is located at the rear of the vehicle, between the bumper and axle, and is manufactured from a plastic material (hdpe).three peer vehicles (across the same my range as the jgc) were identified for comparative assessment: the chevrolet blazer, ford explorer, and toyota 4runner.odi has collected and assessed a significant volume of data for the jgc and three peer vehicles under the defect petition (dp) 09-005 and pe10-031, much of which was either provided by the petitioner or by the subject and peer manufacturers in response to odi's information request letters.nhtsa has also utilized its fars database.fatal crash data was collected for the jgc and its three peers, along with data for two other jeep vehicles, the cherokee and liberty, which were also manufactured with rear mounted fuel tanks and assessed by odi as jeep peer vehicles.based on the agency's current analysis, odi has upgraded its investigation to determine whether the subject vehicles contain a defect that presents an unreasonable risk to safety.the subject vehicles for the investigation will be my 1993-2004 jgc, my 1993-2001 cherokee, and my 2002-2007 liberty.the estimated production volumes for these vehicles are shown above, although attrition is a factor for the older vehicles.please note that the counts shown in the above failure report summary are for the jgc only (values shown in the total column are unique).data for the other jeep models and possibly other peer models will be collected during the investigation.the odi reports cited above can be reviewed online at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/complaints under the following identification (odi) numbers: jgc:506249, 549376, 734783, 869217, 10009553, 10335943, 10351589, 10351980, 10357528.liberty:10357195, 10366653 (duplicate of 10357195), 10138726, 10149256, 10181332cherokee:10409104 | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE | ||||||
| EA12005 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/12/2012 | Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires | |||
| Nhtsa has conducted extensive analysis of the data regarding fuel tank integrity for the model year (my) 1993-2004 jeep grand cherokee (jgc). as a result of that work, the agency has decided to upgrade its safety defect investigation to an engineering analysis and to expand the scope of vehicles included in the investigation. nhtsa's assessment of the data collected during preliminary evaluation (pe) 10-031 indicates that rear-impact-related tank failures and vehicle fires are more prevalent in the jgc than in the non-jeep peer vehicles. in addition, the agency's analysis of its fars data for the peer vehicles and three jeep models shows a higher incidence of rear-impact, fatal fire crashes for the jeep products.pe10-031 had focused on the fuel tank system integrity of the jgc vehicles during rear-end collisions and impacts.the fuel tank is located at the rear of the vehicle, between the bumper and axle, and is manufactured from a plastic material (hdpe).three peer vehicles (across the same my range as the jgc) were identified for comparative assessment: the chevrolet blazer, ford explorer, and toyota 4runner.odi has collected and assessed a significant volume of data for the jgc and three peer vehicles under the defect petition (dp) 09-005 and pe10-031, much of which was either provided by the petitioner or by the subject and peer manufacturers in response to odi's information request letters.nhtsa has also utilized its fars database.fatal crash data was collected for the jgc and its three peers, along with data for two other jeep vehicles, the cherokee and liberty, which were also manufactured with rear mounted fuel tanks and assessed by odi as jeep peer vehicles.based on the agency's current analysis, odi has upgraded its investigation to determine whether the subject vehicles contain a defect that presents an unreasonable risk to safety.the subject vehicles for the investigation will be my 1993-2004 jgc, my 1993-2001 cherokee, and my 2002-2007 liberty.the estimated production volumes for these vehicles are shown above, although attrition is a factor for the older vehicles.please note that the counts shown in the above failure report summary are for the jgc only (values shown in the total column are unique).data for the other jeep models and possibly other peer models will be collected during the investigation.the odi reports cited above can be reviewed online at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/complaints under the following identification (odi) numbers: jgc:506249, 549376, 734783, 869217, 10009553, 10335943, 10351589, 10351980, 10357528.liberty:10357195, 10366653 (duplicate of 10357195), 10138726, 10149256, 10181332cherokee:10409104 | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA12005 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/12/2012 | Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires | |||
| Nhtsa has conducted extensive analysis of the data regarding fuel tank integrity for the model year (my) 1993-2004 jeep grand cherokee (jgc). as a result of that work, the agency has decided to upgrade its safety defect investigation to an engineering analysis and to expand the scope of vehicles included in the investigation. nhtsa's assessment of the data collected during preliminary evaluation (pe) 10-031 indicates that rear-impact-related tank failures and vehicle fires are more prevalent in the jgc than in the non-jeep peer vehicles. in addition, the agency's analysis of its fars data for the peer vehicles and three jeep models shows a higher incidence of rear-impact, fatal fire crashes for the jeep products.pe10-031 had focused on the fuel tank system integrity of the jgc vehicles during rear-end collisions and impacts.the fuel tank is located at the rear of the vehicle, between the bumper and axle, and is manufactured from a plastic material (hdpe).three peer vehicles (across the same my range as the jgc) were identified for comparative assessment: the chevrolet blazer, ford explorer, and toyota 4runner.odi has collected and assessed a significant volume of data for the jgc and three peer vehicles under the defect petition (dp) 09-005 and pe10-031, much of which was either provided by the petitioner or by the subject and peer manufacturers in response to odi's information request letters.nhtsa has also utilized its fars database.fatal crash data was collected for the jgc and its three peers, along with data for two other jeep vehicles, the cherokee and liberty, which were also manufactured with rear mounted fuel tanks and assessed by odi as jeep peer vehicles.based on the agency's current analysis, odi has upgraded its investigation to determine whether the subject vehicles contain a defect that presents an unreasonable risk to safety.the subject vehicles for the investigation will be my 1993-2004 jgc, my 1993-2001 cherokee, and my 2002-2007 liberty.the estimated production volumes for these vehicles are shown above, although attrition is a factor for the older vehicles.please note that the counts shown in the above failure report summary are for the jgc only (values shown in the total column are unique).data for the other jeep models and possibly other peer models will be collected during the investigation.the odi reports cited above can be reviewed online at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/complaints under the following identification (odi) numbers: jgc:506249, 549376, 734783, 869217, 10009553, 10335943, 10351589, 10351980, 10357528.liberty:10357195, 10366653 (duplicate of 10357195), 10138726, 10149256, 10181332cherokee:10409104 | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||
| EA12005 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/12/2012 | Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires | |||
| Nhtsa has conducted extensive analysis of the data regarding fuel tank integrity for the model year (my) 1993-2004 jeep grand cherokee (jgc). as a result of that work, the agency has decided to upgrade its safety defect investigation to an engineering analysis and to expand the scope of vehicles included in the investigation. nhtsa's assessment of the data collected during preliminary evaluation (pe) 10-031 indicates that rear-impact-related tank failures and vehicle fires are more prevalent in the jgc than in the non-jeep peer vehicles. in addition, the agency's analysis of its fars data for the peer vehicles and three jeep models shows a higher incidence of rear-impact, fatal fire crashes for the jeep products.pe10-031 had focused on the fuel tank system integrity of the jgc vehicles during rear-end collisions and impacts.the fuel tank is located at the rear of the vehicle, between the bumper and axle, and is manufactured from a plastic material (hdpe).three peer vehicles (across the same my range as the jgc) were identified for comparative assessment: the chevrolet blazer, ford explorer, and toyota 4runner.odi has collected and assessed a significant volume of data for the jgc and three peer vehicles under the defect petition (dp) 09-005 and pe10-031, much of which was either provided by the petitioner or by the subject and peer manufacturers in response to odi's information request letters.nhtsa has also utilized its fars database.fatal crash data was collected for the jgc and its three peers, along with data for two other jeep vehicles, the cherokee and liberty, which were also manufactured with rear mounted fuel tanks and assessed by odi as jeep peer vehicles.based on the agency's current analysis, odi has upgraded its investigation to determine whether the subject vehicles contain a defect that presents an unreasonable risk to safety.the subject vehicles for the investigation will be my 1993-2004 jgc, my 1993-2001 cherokee, and my 2002-2007 liberty.the estimated production volumes for these vehicles are shown above, although attrition is a factor for the older vehicles.please note that the counts shown in the above failure report summary are for the jgc only (values shown in the total column are unique).data for the other jeep models and possibly other peer models will be collected during the investigation.the odi reports cited above can be reviewed online at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/complaints under the following identification (odi) numbers: jgc:506249, 549376, 734783, 869217, 10009553, 10335943, 10351589, 10351980, 10357528.liberty:10357195, 10366653 (duplicate of 10357195), 10138726, 10149256, 10181332cherokee:10409104 | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 10/29/2010 | 148000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2000 jeep cherokee. the contact stated they had nhtsa campaign 02v104000 which deals with the fuel systems fuel injection system repaired on the vehicle. the contact stated that after the repair, the vehicle started making a squealing noise when you lift your foot off of the gas pedal. the contact stated the failure occurs when the vehicle starts to get warm. the contact took the vehicle back to the dealer to be inspected and after holding the vehicle for three weeks and putting 100 miles on the vehicle; the dealer stated they hear the squealing noise, but they cannot find were it is coming from. the failure mileage was 148,000 and the current mileage was 152,000.rl | |||
| 07/25/2008 | 65325 | 4 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2000 jeep cherokee. while driving 55 mph, there was a loss of transmission power. the vehicle hesitated excessively, but the engine continued to operate. the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer at that time. on a separate occasion, the check engine and transmission warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. the indicators remained lit until the engine was turned off. immediately following, the engine shut off; however, the vehicle restarted within twenty minutes. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic twice for identical failures. the crank sensor and fuel filter were replaced; however, there were no resolutions. currently, the vehicle is being repaired for the malfunctions. the contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. the failure mileage was 65,325 and current mileage was 65,475. updated 11-25-08 *bf updated 11/26/08. *jb | |||
| 06/01/2002 | 75000 | 2 | 09/01/1999 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2000 jeep cherokee. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. there were no warning indicators. the mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the fuel pump had previously been replaced. prior to the failure, the vehicle operated normally. the current mileage is 125,000 and failure mileage was 75,000. | |||
| 01/10/2001 | 1 | ||
| Insured parked vehicle and went into school, about 15 minutes later he was informed his vehicle was on fire, the fire started from a fuel leak in the engine compartment. claim number 52-2453-799. *yh | |||
| 01/10/2001 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle was parked when engine compartment caught on fire, appears to be caused by a fuel leak, claim 52-2453-799. *slc | |||
| 01/10/2001 | 1 | ||
| Insured parked vehicle and went into school, about 15 minutes later he was informed his vehicle was on fire, the fire started from a fuel leak in the engine compartment. claim number 52-2453-799. *yh | |||
| 01/10/2001 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle was parked when engine compartment caught on fire, appears to be caused by a fuel leak, claim 52-2453-799. *slc | |||
| 05/22/2000 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| (1.) at 245 miles enginecheck light went on. dealer replaced #5 spark plug and coil ignition system to correct. four days later the same light went on. also at 400 miles, 6/3/2000 estrong smell of gasoline in passenger compartment during cold starts.*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 08/24/2001 | 1 | ||
| Jeep was parked outside tire center waiting for technician to put the new tires on. technician came out, and saw smoke from under the hood. fire was put out, chrysler investigator couldn't find the cause.*akchrysler later found a fuel leak. *nlm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 05/24/2001 | 8000 | 3 | 10/01/2000 |
| When the brakes were applied, there was a pulsation in the steering wheel, which was caused by warped rotors. *jb the consumer felt that a new design was needed. the front brakes had been repaired twice. *scc. the fuel pump module was replaced. *jb | |||
| 03/08/2002 | 1 | 06/15/2000 | |
| Front brake rotors were replaced once and turned twice less then two years, and problem is reoccurriing. dealer notified. *ak the engine was hard to start due to fuel pump module failure which was replaced. *yh | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 08/21/2001 | |||
| Right front fuel line broke, causing fuel leakages, and leading to an engine compartment fire. manufacturer was notified. feel free to provide any further information.*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS | |||
| 08/23/2002 | 26800 | 1 | 06/27/2002 |
| While driving vehicle caught on fire. fire developed in engine compartment prior to receipt of recall 02v-104. *tt | |||
| 06/14/2000 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| Prior to recall notice (02v104000) consumers vehicle experienced an under hood fire in which a mouse nest had ignited, consumer is requesting reimbursement for the rapirs and a fifty dollar deductible that was paid to the insurance company.*jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 43000 | 1 | ||
| A fuel leak. recall 00v159000 was issued for the fuel tank vent tube welds; but, this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin. *ak | |||
| 07/29/2003 | 1 | ||
| I had to replace my front rotors at 35,000 - chrysler said it's normal wear and tear and wouldn't fix them. there was a problem with a seal on the gas tank. i brought it in for service at least 4 or 5 times before it was fixed. a $2.00 wire broke inside the front door for the front speaker at 43,000 miles and they charged me $200.00 to fix it. the salesman sold me a convenience package that was purported as an extended warranty, but was actually a towing and rental car package. *ak | |||
| 09/07/1999 | |||
| Gas tank is made of plastic, and is too close to the rear bumper. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||
| 02/21/2001 | 2 | ||
| Engine check light comes on intermittently, if hitting a bump engine check light comes on. dealer says that gas cap keeps going to gas tank. they have tried to fix this problem approximately 3 times. *ak *slc | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 02/04/2004 | 150 | 5 | 07/26/2000 |
| I had several trips to the dealership with the jeep. i purchased the jeep on july 26, 2000 new. i took excellent care of the vehicle, have it checked and oil changed every 2500 miles. before the three year warranty was up i had a total of 15,000 miles on it. i complained of it shimmying and grinding sound in the back, but they said they couldn't find a thing wrong. in february having about $18,000 miles on it that i needed a new fuel pump - $900.00 worth. since then it has been down hill. i have complained since day one that my vehicle shimmies out of control intermittently, and no one could find anything wrong, just put new control arms and bushings on it and, steering pinion, tight steering, and a host of other such remedies, to no avail. this past weekend, i was almost in a very serious accident on highway 94, as i did go out of town, after the above was fixed, but apparently it didn't help as my vehicle shook almost out of control again. i put on my breaks immediately and had to go to the side of the road. i stopped, sat for a while, and then drove off, and it was okay for a while, but in the meantime, a driver from behind almost hit me when i had to put my breaks on to try to control it some. i am very frustrated with this vehicle and feel it should have been called back when i first complained years ago. i wrote daimler chrysler a letter regarding the fuel pump a few years ago, but the company didn't even respond. in the meantime, i really don't know what to do, i want to trade it in, but feel i was sold a real lemon and should be compensated for the hassles, repair costs, etc. of what i was hoping would not happen when buying a new vehicle, and the way i take care of it. i cannot afford to buy another brand new one, but do feel the company should have called this vehicle back from the onset, as it has been a lemon, of which i have expressed many times to the dealership where i purchased it. *ak | |||