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1994-1996 Jeep Cherokee recall: brake lights

U.s. Drive Right reported this safety recall on May 6, 2011. It covers about 1,126 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,126
reported
May 6, 2011
owners notified
Sep 12, 2011
related complaints
17

Exterior lighting: brake lights

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 17 complaints about lights problems.

Questions about recall 11V279000

Is there a recall on the 1994-1996 Jeep Cherokee brake lights?

Yes. Recall 11V279000, reported on May 6, 2011, covers about 1,126 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V279000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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