1996 Jeep Cherokee recalls

There are 6 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Jeep Cherokee, covering 701,733 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Exterior lighting: brake lightsReported May 6, 2011 · 1,126 vehicles affected

What is wrong: U.s. Drive right is recalling certain model year 1994-1996 jeep cherokee vehicles imported from january 2007, through april 2011 for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," for the high mount brake lamp assembly. The vehicles are not equipped with the required third brake lamp.
Risk: Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: U.s. Drive right will notify owners and mail kits along with instructions to have the vehicle repaired by a qualified mechanic of their choice, free of charge. The safety recall began on september 12, 2011. Owners may contact u.s. Drive right at 1‑888‑632‑5936.

Recall number 11V279000 · Recall details

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelReported February 6, 2008 · 107 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.'
Risk: 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.

Recall number 08V056000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported May 10, 2000 · 589,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 00V136000 · Recall details

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)Reported April 28, 1997 · 2,500 vehicles affected

What is wrong: During assembly of the frame, a fillet weld that joins the inner steering gear attachment reinforcement to the frame rail, was omitted.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 97V069000 · Recall details

Seat belts: rear/otherReported March 17, 1997 · 77,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The web mounted rear seat belt inboard anchor positions may not achieve the required load of fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk: 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.

Recall number 97V040000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported October 11, 1995 · 32,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The fasteners which secure the alternator circuit fuse to the power distribution center may have an improper clamp load.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 95V193000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 1996 Jeep Cherokee have?

6, covering exterior lighting, electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic.

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