2001 JEEP CHEROKEE Recalls (8)

Campaign:
00V366000 on 11/14/2000
Component:
Child seat
Manufactured:
06/14/1999 - 10/30/2000
Affected:
1,211,756
Defect:
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Correction:
Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Notes:
Owner notification began november 12, 2000.owners who do not receive the free owner's manual addendum within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
02V104000 on 04/14/2002
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Manufactured:
05/31/1999 - 07/30/2001
Affected:
1,115,322
Defect:
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.
Consequence:
This could result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. owner notification began may 13, 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.b06.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:
06E011000 on 01/31/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Affected:
7,291
Defect:
Certain aftermarket airtex electric fuel pumps installed for use as replacement equipment for certain 1997-2004 jeep wrangler; 1997-2001 jeep cherokee; 1997-2004 jeep grand cherokee; and 2000-2003 dodge dakota vehicles. the plastic electrical grommet connectors at the top of the fuel pump module are not compatible with automotive fuels and may degrade causing a potential leak path for fuel.
Consequence:
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.
Correction:
Airtex will notify its customers and will replace the affected fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on january 25, 2006. owners may contact airtex customer service department at 1-800-880-3056.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket airtex electric fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on jeep grand cherokee, cherokee, wrangler, or dodge dakota vehicles manufactured by daimlerchrysler.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:
06E022000 on 03/12/2006
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic
Affected:
7,440
Defect:
Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. these brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. when subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.
Consequence:
Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2006. owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket napa, raybestos, ac delco, aimco, carquest, and bendix brake hydraulic master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler or ford 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.
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:
06E065000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
3,593
Defect:
Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aj motorsport 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:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
Defect:
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
42,540
Defect:
Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2001 JEEP CHEROKEE TSBs (32)

Bulletin:
030800
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
;subject regarding rtv use on corporate axle. *tt
Bulletin:
0044
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Some vehicles built between june 22 and august 24, 2000 may have been shipped with the glove box information packet containing a 2000 model year warranty information booklet instead of the 2001 booklet. *tt
Bulletin:
082700
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
0803600
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding circuits effected by ignition off draw (iod) fuse. *tt
Bulletin:
0803800
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding safety systems - vehicle modifications / repair. *tt
Bulletin:
0800600REV
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb
Bulletin:
2300301
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
This bulletin states that all factory installed equipment, such as a sunroof, meet the upper interior head protection requirements of fmvss 201. *tt
Bulletin:
0801001
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt
Bulletin:
0900301
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
This bulletin reinforces a requirement to cease the current practice of using supplemental oil additive treatments in all diamler chrysler engines. *tt
Bulletin:
1801201
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Subject regarding generic scan tool (gst), publication no. 81-170-00008 provided with this technical service bulletin to provide reference information when using generic scan tool on obdii vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
2500401
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Subject regarding additional diagnostic for diagnostic trouble codes caused by an evaporative system leak. *tt
Bulletin:
01005
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Rapid response transmittal regarding improperly balanced tires. *tt
Bulletin:
1801601
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some customers may experience an exhaust boom-like sound in the passenger compartment when the engine is idling. *tt
Bulletin:
01011
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Advance service information regarding rough idle after extended storage. *tt
Bulletin:
0500401
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit minor brake pedal / disc brake rotor pulsation at highway speeds when braking. *tt
Bulletin:
0900301
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
This bulletin reinforces a requirement to cease the current practice of using supplemental oil additive treatments in all daimlerchrysler engines. *tt
Bulletin:
2302701
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
0200102
Component:
021520 suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Summary:
Special ball joint, allows adjustment to caster and camber angles. *slc this bulletin replaces 02-001-02 dated 06/10/02. also to include 2005 jeep wrangler. *tt
Bulletin:
2302602
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Subject regarding floor pan corrosion. *slc
Bulletin:
2301502
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *slc
Bulletin:
0800702
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding remote keyless entry programming procedures. *slc
Bulletin:
1802002
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Flash programming failure recovery. *slc
Bulletin:
0200303
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Front end shimmy after striking a bump or pothole. *tt
Bulletin:
0900303
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
4.0l multiple cylinder misfire. *tt
Bulletin:
1803103
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
4.0l rough engine idle after restart following a hot soak. *tt
Bulletin:
1803903
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rough idle due to high ambient or hot soak temperatures. this condition may be most noticeable when the engine is restarted following a 10 to 20 minute heat soak in hot ambient conditions of approximately 32 degrees c or higher. *tt
Bulletin:
020199
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Suspension squeak/squawk - stabilizer bushing. *mj
Bulletin:
0801505
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Powertrain control module initialization. *sc
Bulletin:
0803006
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Powertrain control module initialization. *kb
Bulletin:
9002519
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
82212076, 82203694 - fabric cleaner this "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in california, the otc states (connecticut, delaware, massachusetts, maine, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, pennsylvania, virginia, and washington dc
Bulletin:
9002901
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Part description: seal - shift shaft on rfe transmissions issue description: this seal (04799346) is replaceable with seal kit (68235551aa), which includes a seal and retainer. the seal kit is applicable to all (5)45rfe transmissions.
Bulletin:
9002849
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Part description: insulator on lever assy manual valve - valve body - rwd transmission issue description: the manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. if the insulator requires replacement

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