Jeep recalling more than 47,000 Liberty, Commander, Grand Cherokee, and Wrangler models
Chrysler is recalling over 47,000 models, including the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander, and Wrangler four-door that may have reversed wiring on the driver's airbag controller, a defect that may inhibit the airbag's deployment. Additionally, the 2002 and 2003 Jeep Libertys sold in New England and much of the Midwest are susceptible to a loss of lubrication in their front ball joints due to salt. The remedy for both recalls is a trip to the dealer, who will inspect and make any necessary repairs. You can read the full press releases after the jump.
[Source: NHTSA (Cherokee, Commander, Wrangler) & NHTSA (Liberty)]
NHTSA NOTICE
Vehicle Make / Model, Model Year(s):
JEEP / COMMANDER, 2009
JEEP / GRAND CHEROKEE, 2009
JEEP / WRANGLER 4-DR 4X4, 2009
Manufacturer: CHRYSLER LLC
Mfr's Report Date: APR 07, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V118000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4336
Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 4,336 MY 2009 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, COMMANDER AND WRANGLER VEHICLES. WIRING MAY BE REVERSED ON THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE DRIVER AIRBAG SQUIB CONNECTOR. THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT AN OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG SQUIB WIRES AND REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
CHRYSLER RECALL NO. J13. 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 HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
NHTSA NOTICE
Vehicle Make / Model, Model Year(s):
JEEP / LIBERTY, 2002-2003
Manufacturer: CHRYSLER LLC
Mfr's Report Date: APR 07, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V119000
NHTSA Action Number: EA08008
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 42469
Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 42,469 MY 2002-2003 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN SALT BELT STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF LUBRICATION WHICH COULD LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION WHILE DRIVING.
Consequence:
FAILURE OF THE BALL JOINT COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
CHRYSLER RECALL NO. J17. 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 HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Steve 8:39AM (4/14/2009)
My girlfriend owns a Liberty, I guess I better send her to the dealers.
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MemphisNET 8:46AM (4/14/2009)
Good idea. Probably nothing to worry about -- it may only affect a small number of those 47,000.
Frank 8:58AM (4/14/2009)
Balljoints telegraph that they are not good long before they fail. If you don't ignore the sound (or don't have your stereo blasting all the time) you will know that something's wrong.
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IOMTT 9:14AM (4/14/2009)
I had the same balljoint recall on my 05 Tundra. Mine were OK, but I got new ones and a free alignment. I always thought balljoints were a normal wear item that are part of a routine maintenance inspection. Some wear out more quickly due to environment and use.
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Mike 9:36AM (4/14/2009)
All that I know is that the new Wrangler is HOT.
and they're selling like mad around Pittsburgh, PA.
I saw someone yesterday driving one of the new ones in an old-skool sparkly green paintjob that made me think "Mean Green". It was amazing. I felt like I was 12 again and wanted it lol
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Andre Neves 4:41PM (4/14/2009)
I have an '08 4door Wrangler Rubicon(essentially same as '09 other than new colors) and it is freakin' awesome. Only thing that sucks is that I live in Jersey which has very little places where I can flex the suspension alittle(other than huge potholes lol).
Slow as h*ll, but I highly recommend it. Not for the average Joe looking for a SUV or soccer moms, but it's definatelly a fun toy.
Haven't had any problems with it so far, other than replacing a brake light bulb a couple of weeks ago.
Minny 6:00PM (4/15/2009)
This is why we should not bail them out. They will go back to make $%^#@ car
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