1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee recall: front
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on January 12, 1998. It covers about 65,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 65,000
- reported
- Jan 12, 1998
- owners notified
- Feb 2, 1998
- related complaints
- 50
Suspension: front
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles equipped with "quadra-trac" transfer case, temporary spare tire, and any of 225/70r16, 225/75r16 or 245/70r15 road tires. When the temporary spare tire is in use, the front axle can overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated axle can force axle fluid out of the seals, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the temporary spare tire with a full sized tire and wheel.
Recall number 98V006000
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 1996 1996
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 50 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 98V006000
Is there a recall on the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee front?
Yes. Recall 98V006000, reported on January 12, 1998, covers about 65,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V006000?
Dealers will replace the temporary spare tire with a full sized tire and wheel.
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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