Recall 96V-260
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1990 to 1991 Jeep Cherokee and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-260
- Reported
- December 27, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 52,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began april 24, 1997. 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 chrysler at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Cherokee 1990 to 1991
- Jeep Wagoneer 1990 to 1991