2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Recalls (10)

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:
01V007000 on 01/10/2001
Component:
Steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Manufactured:
11/21/2000 - 12/04/2000
Affected:
636
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. an internal nut in the steering gear assembly could loosen and cause the steering gear to lock up.
Consequence:
This could reduce steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly. owner notification began december 27, 2000. 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:
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:
05/31/1998 - 03/04/2002
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:
06E023000 on 03/13/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
292,000
Defect:
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which 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.
Correction:
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies manufactured by anzo and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger 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:
06E064000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
4,029
Defect:
Certain tradesonic 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:
Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to tradesonic 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:
09V117000 on 04/07/2009
Component:
Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Manufactured:
09/09/2002 - 06/29/2004
Affected:
103,409
Defect:
Chrysler is recalling 103,409 my 2001-2004 jeep grand cherokee vehicles with heated seats and with chrysler recall no. 06v-197 completed (03-04 my) or seat heater elements service replacement (01-02 my). the front seat electric heater elements could overheat.
Consequence:
Overheating could potentially cause a fire or injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the front seat heater elements free of charge. the recall began on november 23, 2009. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
Chrysler recall no. j14.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 GRAND CHEROKEE TSBs (63)

Bulletin:
082700
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
0803300
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fault code in the radio when performing diagnostic using the drb iii. the code reads cold cd. the fault code is not displayed to the customer and is only displayed when performing diagnostics.
Bulletin:
0803600
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding circuits effected by ignition off draw (iod) fuse. *tt
Bulletin:
2304100
Component:
354300 equipment:mechanical:carrier/rack
Summary:
Information on the optimum roof rack position. *tt
Bulletin:
00065
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Advance service information on the rear axle missing limited slip additive. *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:
2400701
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
A customer may experience coler or warmer than desired air temperatures coming from the vehicle hvac system vents. this change in air temperature may occur gradually over time and only on vehicles equipped with the automatic zone control
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:
01011
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Advance service information regarding rough idle after extended storage. *tt
Bulletin:
1900401
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a honking sound coming from the power steering system, occuring during right hand slow speed turns, such as parking maneuvers. *tt
Bulletin:
2100601
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Automatic transmission fluid usage atf+4. *tt *mj
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:
0500501
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Customer may experience a vibration of the steering wheel, floor, seat, instrument panel, or a minor pedal pulsation (brake roughness) under light to moderate pedal application. *slc
Bulletin:
1802101
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding engine performance enhancements.*slc
Bulletin:
1900301REVA
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a honk-like sound when making right turns.*slc
Bulletin:
2100801
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin involves geartrain sound entering passenger compartment.*slc
Bulletin:
1802101A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding 4.7l engine performance enhancements. *tt
Bulletin:
0300101A
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some customers may experience a powertrain related sound which may be described as front axle whine. *tt
Bulletin:
0500501A
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Experiencing brake roughness or pedal pulsation when the brakes are applied. *tt
Bulletin:
2302701
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
0800401A
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
A condition may exist where the heated seat may be inoperative due to an open circuit in the seat cushion heating element. *tt
Bulletin:
1900801
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
Experiencing a pop/tick sound heard coming from the steering wheel area while the vehicle is in motion. *tt
Bulletin:
1802501
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a harsh 2-3, 4-5, and 5-4 upshifts causing a powertrain clunk or shudder when accelerating. *tt
Bulletin:
0800401B
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
On some vehicles the heated seat may be inoperative due to an open circuit in the seat cushion heating element. *tt
Bulletin:
0500302A
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
Subject regarding front brake pulsation during light to moderate brake application. *slc
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:
2302002
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
New repair procedures with separate liftgate latch motor and components. *slc
Bulletin:
0500302
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Subject regarding front brake pulsation during light to moderate brake application. *slc
Bulletin:
2301502
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *slc
Bulletin:
2200102
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Chrome wheel care. *slc
Bulletin:
0800702
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding remote keyless entry programming procedures. *slc
Bulletin:
1900502
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Subject regarding steering honk on 4.0 l and 4.7 l lhd grane cherokee vehicles. *slc
Bulletin:
1802002
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Flash programming failure recovery. *slc
Bulletin:
0300302
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Customer may complain of a high-pitched sound coming from the rear axle of the vehicle between 55 and 70 mph (88-112 kph). *tt
Bulletin:
02013
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Customer may complain of an intermittent condition where the panic alarm for the remote keyless entry (rke) system triggers without any customer intent to trigger the alarm. *tt
Bulletin:
2100202
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding revision in diagnostic procedures and labor operation times for re transmissions. *tt
Bulletin:
0300302A
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Customer may complain of a high-pitched rear axle whine sound coming from rear of vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
0500302B
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Front brake pulsation during light to moderate brake application. *tt
Bulletin:
07
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Recommended steps to confirm the safe and proper engagement of the park position on the vehicle's automatic transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
0801103
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) fob only operates at close range on driver side of vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
2301503
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Wind-like sound at top rear corner of front door. *tt
Bulletin:
2100903
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Automatic transmission diagnostic teardown procedure. various models including the 2004 ram truck, durango, sebring convertible, cherokee, vision, neon, and voyager. *tt *sc
Bulletin:
0300203
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Fluid weepage past rear axle vent line jiggle cap. *tt
Bulletin:
0900303
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
4.0l multiple cylinder misfire. *tt
Bulletin:
1900303
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Pop/tick sound in steering wheel area. *tt
Bulletin:
1803103
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
4.0l rough engine idle after restart following a hot soak. *tt
Bulletin:
2400104
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
New hvac sub-assembly replaces blend or recirc door components. *tt
Bulletin:
2300904
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Popping or clicking-like sound in area of front seat frame. *tt
Bulletin:
0200204
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
A squeak or squawk-like sound may be present in the front or rear suspension. *tt
Bulletin:
0801505
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Powertrain control module initialization. *sc
Bulletin:
2401305
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor. *tt
Bulletin:
2101505
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
45rfe/545rfe trans - delayed engagement due to cooler return filter replacement. *sc
Bulletin:
0803006
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Powertrain control module initialization. *kb
Bulletin:
SB-N47
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
1999-2004 jeep grand cherokee rear structure performance may be adversely affected during certain low speed rear collisions on aftermarket trailer hitch *cn
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:
N47062013
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
New csn advanced communication ? n47062013 chrysler group llc (chrysler) announced a customer satisfaction notification (csn) on 1999 through 2004 jeep® grand cherokee vehicles. chrysler intends to inspect and, if necessary, replace after
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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