1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee recall: wiring
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on March 17, 1997. It covers about 70,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 70,000
- reported
- Mar 17, 1997
- owners notified
- Mar 18, 1997
- related complaints
- 65
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with memory seat option. The memory seat module wiring harness can come in contact with the seat spring, a low resistance short circuit can develop resulting in localized heating.
- Risk
- The localized heating can result in ignition of the seat cushion material and a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will relocate the memory seat control module and wiring harness and a protective shield will be installed on the seat frame.
Recall number 97V039000
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 1996 1996
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 65 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 97V039000
Is there a recall on the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee wiring?
Yes. Recall 97V039000, reported on March 17, 1997, covers about 70,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V039000?
Dealers will relocate the memory seat control module and wiring harness and a protective shield will be installed on the seat frame.
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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