Recall 02V-041
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1990 to 1995 Jeep Wrangler: Parking brake (conventional).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-041
- Reported
- February 7, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 316,148 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.
The risk
This could allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a parking brake assembly with a stronger pawl return spring. Owner notificaton began september 30, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Daimlerchrysler recall no. B03also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Wrangler 1990 to 1995