Chrysler Recalls 300K Wranglers for Brake Fiuld Leak
JK Enthusiast
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New JK Recall - Brake Lines
DETROIT – Chrysler is recalling nearly 600,000 minivans and Jeep Wranglers because of brake or wiring problems that could create safety issues, the company and federal regulators said Monday.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on its website the automaker is recalling 288,968 Jeep Wranglers from the 2006 through 2010 model years due to a potential brake fluid leak.
It also is recalling 284,831 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans from the 2008 and 2009 model years because a wiring problem can cause a fire inside the sliding doors.
Neither problem has caused any crashes or injuries, according to Chrysler Group LLC.
On the Jeeps, the front inner fender liners can rub against the brake fluid tubes and cause a leak. NHTSA says the leak could lead to a partial brake loss.
The minivans can have improperly placed wires that can come into contact with sliding door hinges. That could cut through the insulation and in rare cases cause a fire inside the door, Chrysler and NHTSA said.
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers about the repairs, which will be made free of charge. The recall is expected to start later this month.
The Wranglers affected by the recall were made from May 15, 2006 through Aug. 9, 2010, according to NHTSA. The minivans were made from February 2007 through September 2007.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on its website the automaker is recalling 288,968 Jeep Wranglers from the 2006 through 2010 model years due to a potential brake fluid leak.
It also is recalling 284,831 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans from the 2008 and 2009 model years because a wiring problem can cause a fire inside the sliding doors.
Neither problem has caused any crashes or injuries, according to Chrysler Group LLC.
On the Jeeps, the front inner fender liners can rub against the brake fluid tubes and cause a leak. NHTSA says the leak could lead to a partial brake loss.
The minivans can have improperly placed wires that can come into contact with sliding door hinges. That could cut through the insulation and in rare cases cause a fire inside the door, Chrysler and NHTSA said.
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers about the repairs, which will be made free of charge. The recall is expected to start later this month.
The Wranglers affected by the recall were made from May 15, 2006 through Aug. 9, 2010, according to NHTSA. The minivans were made from February 2007 through September 2007.
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Jeep Recall - Brake Fluid leak in 300,000 Jeep Wranglers
http://www.thecarconnection.com/mart...ake-fluid-leak
The Jeep Wrangler is made for summer: rugged and fun to drive, it's great for a quick trip to the beach or a weekend in the mountains. It's also a popular ride for youngsters looking for something sporty to motor around town or off to college. It's unfortunate, then, that Chrysler has issued a recall for nearly 290,000 Wranglers just about the time many young people are receiving graduation rides, and folks of all ages are planning getaways for the coming months.
The recall affects Wranglers from the 2007 - 2010 model years*. At issue: the right and left front brake tubes, could be rubbing against the right and left front inner fender liners. In certain circumstances, that friction could result in damage to the brake tubes, which could result in a lost of brake fluid, which could lead to a loss of braking ability, which is most definitely not good.
Chrysler is preparing to notify owners and dealers of the problem now, and repairs are expected to begin this month. If you own a Wrangler and have questions in the meantime, you can contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at 1-888-327-4236.
*Technically, the release summary includes the 2006 model, too, although we think that's a typo; the Wrangler began using its new JK platform in MY 2007, and to have a problem like this spanning two platforms would be a little unusual.
The Jeep Wrangler is made for summer: rugged and fun to drive, it's great for a quick trip to the beach or a weekend in the mountains. It's also a popular ride for youngsters looking for something sporty to motor around town or off to college. It's unfortunate, then, that Chrysler has issued a recall for nearly 290,000 Wranglers just about the time many young people are receiving graduation rides, and folks of all ages are planning getaways for the coming months.
The recall affects Wranglers from the 2007 - 2010 model years*. At issue: the right and left front brake tubes, could be rubbing against the right and left front inner fender liners. In certain circumstances, that friction could result in damage to the brake tubes, which could result in a lost of brake fluid, which could lead to a loss of braking ability, which is most definitely not good.
Chrysler is preparing to notify owners and dealers of the problem now, and repairs are expected to begin this month. If you own a Wrangler and have questions in the meantime, you can contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at 1-888-327-4236.
*Technically, the release summary includes the 2006 model, too, although we think that's a typo; the Wrangler began using its new JK platform in MY 2007, and to have a problem like this spanning two platforms would be a little unusual.
JK Freak
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"On the Jeeps, the front inner fender liners can rub against the brake fluid tubes and cause a leak. NHTSA says the leak could result in partial loss of brakes."
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JK Freak
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From: Manassas, VA
That recall is for the optional towing bar, NOT the frame rail that the trailer hitch attaches to. It is for if you wanted to flat tow your Jeep behind something like a motorhome, not if you are towing something behind your Jeep. Unless you specificly ordered and bought one, you don't have one. Just make sure to stop in your local dealer sometime to let them know so you can get your Jeep crossed off the list of needing a potential recall. it only takes a minute
JK Super Freak
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From: Westfield, MA
Going in for some other warranty work this coming Saturday - called the dealership to ask if they had gotten any wind of this recall and they hadn't. Said any media is always first to get a hold of stuff like this before the dealer knows. Guess I should be making a second appointment now...
