1990 JEEP WRANGLER Recalls (7)

Campaign:
92V148000 on 10/29/1992
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
01/31/1986 - 06/30/1992
Affected:
280,000
Defect:
On 1987 through early 1990 models, both front brake hoses can wear due to direct contact with the wheel opening splash shields. on the late 1990 through 1992 models, periodic rubbing contact of the left front brake hose can occur due to movement of the splash shield in certain vehicle operating conditions.
Consequence:
Either condition can cause loss of front brake systemfunctions, resulting in increased stopping distances and an increased risk ofvehicle accident.
Correction:
The 1987 to 1990 model vehicles will have both splash shields replaced and both front brake hoses replaced as necessary. all affected late 1990 through 1992 model year vehicles will have additional fasteners installed to further secure the left side splash shield. also, the left front brake hose will be inspected and replaced as necessary.
Notes:
System: brakes.vehicle description: utility vehicles.
Campaign:
94V106000 on 06/21/1994
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Manufactured:
01/31/1986 - 07/31/1993
Affected:
230,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with plastic fuel tanks. the fuel tank sending unit gasket can crack causing fuel and fuel vapor leaks.
Consequence:
Fuel and fuel vapor leaked from the fuel tank can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
Correction:
Replace the fuel tank sending unit gasket.
Notes:
If your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chrysler service center at 1-800-853-1403. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
98V005000 on 01/21/1998
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Manufactured:
06/30/1989 - 07/30/1991
Affected:
293,369
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. the front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.
Consequence:
The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
Correction:
Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.
Notes:
Owner notification began march 9, 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 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
02V041000 on 02/10/2002
Component:
Parking brake:conventional
Manufactured:
06/30/1989 - 12/30/1995
Affected:
316,148
Defect:
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.
Consequence:
This could allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
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 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. b03also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04E041000 on 06/07/2004
Component:
Equipment
Affected:
80
Defect:
Bestop aftermarket rear shell roof racks,manufactured between april 27 and may 20, 2004, designed for use with the bestop hardtop made for the 1986-1995 and 1997-2003 jeep wrangler. the cockpit cover may not stay latched to the roof rack because the latch bracket mispositions the rotary latch to the cockpit cover. as a result, the cockpit cover may not stay latched to the roof rack and could separate from the roof rack. this recall only pertains to aftermarket rear shell roof racks and has no relation to any original equipment installed on jeep wrangler vehicles by daimlerchrysler.
Consequence:
Should this occur, the cockpit could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become a distraction or an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Bestop will notify its customers and provide a repair kit and installation instructions free of charge. owner notification began june 16, 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bestop customer service department at (800) 845-3567.
Notes:
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07E064000 on 08/23/2007
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Affected:
34,000
Defect:
Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence:
A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Correction:
Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

1990 JEEP WRANGLER TSBs (11)

Bulletin:
RCL/589
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide emissions levls for the above listed model vehicles may exceed the limits allowed by california emissions standards. to correct the condition, the pcv harness, choke vacuum diaphragm, egr valve and decel val
Bulletin:
RCL/557
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
it has been determined that the 1990 jeep vehicle, equipped with the 2.5l engine, may be in violation of federal emissions standards. hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide and oxides of nitrogen levels could be above allowable limits, which were e
Bulletin:
RCL/558
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
recall 558 - failure of the oxygen sensor and catalytic converter may cause a vehicle to be in violation of california emissions standards. to correct this condition, the oxygen sensor and catalytic converter must be replaced with improv
Bulletin:
RCL/617
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
RCL647
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
applies to vehicles equipped with a 4.2l engine and federal high altitude emission control system. fuel vapors may cause deterioration of the pcv harness assembly. the pcv harness assembly must be replaced and the engine idle speeds must b
Bulletin:
230397
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black. *tw
Bulletin:
070397
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. *yc
Bulletin:
081698
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. *ak
Bulletin:
070397
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Concerns with engine coolant usage. *nlm
Bulletin:
080600
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt
Bulletin:
0800600REV
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb

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