Recall 97V-039
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-039
- Reported
- March 17, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 70,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The risk
The localized heating can result in ignition of the seat cushion material and a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will relocate the memory seat control module and wiring harness and a protective shield will be installed on the seat frame.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to being during march 1997.note: 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 Grand Cherokee 1996