Jeep Cj7 1979

Model Cj7 made in 1979 by Jeep got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningpower train, steering.

Model 1979

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
79V070000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 02/01/1979 to 02/01/1979V (Vehicle)117406/12/1979MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC03/14/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryCertain vehicles may have an incorrect gasket between the transmission and the transfer case. an incorrect gasket may interfere with the normal flow of lubricant. this condition could cause the transmission to become damaged and inoperative.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe gasket between the transmission and the transfer case will be replaced, if necessary.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: power train; transmission, manual.consequences of defect: an inoperative transmission may cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.note: if the transmission becomes difficult to shift, the lubricant level maybe low. it should be checked immediately. driving at prolonged highway speedsshould be avoided until vehicle has been repaired.
STEERING - LINKAGES - ROD - RELAY - CONNECTING
78V243000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 09/01/1978 to 09/01/1978V (Vehicle)36312/07/1978MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC11/06/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe clamp bolts on the adjuster tube that fastens the connecting rod to the pitman arm end assembly may be loose. these loose bolts could cause shifting of the steering wheel position, relative to the straight-ahead-front wheel position, and loss of steering.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will tighten the bolts where necessary, and check and correct the steering wheel alignment free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: steering; linkages, clamp bolts.consequences of defect: loss of steering could cause loss of vehicle controland an accident.