Recall 98V-046
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1997 Jeep Wrangler: Air bags (frontal).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-046
- Reported
- March 10, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 1,600 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle. The driver's side air bag 'clock spring' wiring harness can break when turned to the 'full lock' turn position.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the air bag may not deploy increasing the risk of serious injury to the occupant.
The fix
Dealers will replace the clock spring in these air bags.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began april 13, 1998.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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Wrangler 1997