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1990-1991 Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Wagoneer recall: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on December 27, 1996. It covers about 52,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
52,000
reported
Dec 27, 1996
owners notified
Apr 24, 1997
related complaints
324

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

What is wrong
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with antilock brake system (ABS). The antilock brake system (ABS) hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear which could cause pump-motor deterioration.
Risk
If this occurs, the ABS function would be lose and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking. The instrument panel warning lights will signal system impairment and the base manual brakes will remain functional.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vehicle's ABS and repair as necessary. The warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.

Recall number 96V260000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 324 complaints about brakes problems.

1990 Jeep Cherokee1991 Jeep Cherokee1990 Jeep Wagoneer1991 Jeep Wagoneer

Questions about recall 96V260000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1991 Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Wagoneer antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip?

Yes. Recall 96V260000, reported on December 27, 1996, covers about 52,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V260000?

Dealers will test the vehicle's ABS and repair as necessary. The warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.

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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