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1993-1996 Jeep Cherokee recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on April 28, 1997. It covers about 2,500 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,500
reported
Apr 28, 1997
owners notified
Jun 20, 1997
related complaints
90

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 90 complaints about steering problems.

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Questions about recall 97V069000

Is there a recall on the 1993-1996 Jeep Cherokee gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 97V069000, reported on April 28, 1997, covers about 2,500 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V069000?

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.

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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