Recall on old style transmission skid plate.
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JK Freak
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: Jacksonville, FL
Recall on old style transmission skid plate.
I found this out today and thought it might shed some light on all the fire problems:
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall M22/NHTSA 12V-216
Transmission Skid Plate
2010 (JK) Jeep Wrangler
NOTE: This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission (sales code DGV) built through July 14, 2010 (MDH 071420).
The transmission skid plate on about 67,800 of the above vehicles may allow debris to collect in the undercarriage of the vehicle under certain driving conditions. If an excessive amount of debris collects in the undercarriage, the catalytic converter could ignite the debris, causing an underbody fire without warning.
The transmission skid plate must be replaced with a skid bar on all involved vehicles. Models IMPORTANT: Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer used vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process. Subject Repair
Part Number Description
CBL2M221AA Transmission Skid Bar Package
Each package contains the following components:
Quantity Description
1 Bar, Transmission Skid
3 Bolts, Transmission Skid Bar Mounting
No special tools are required to perform this service procedure.
Parts Information Special Tools
1. Lift the vehicle on an appropriate hoist.
2. Remove and discard the left and right side transmission skid plate mounting bolts (Figure 1).
3. While holding the transmission skid plate, remove and discard the center transmission skid plate mounting bolt. Lower and discard the transmission skid plate (Figure 1). Service Procedure
Figure 1 – Transmission Skid Plate Removal
Figure 2 – Install New Transmission Skid Bar
4. Clean out any debris that may have collected in the undercarriage.
5. Clean the area where the new transmission skid bar mounts to the frame (Figure 2).
6. Place the new transmission skid bar into position and hand start all three mounting bolts (Figure 2).
Figure 3 – Tighten Mounting Bolts with a Torque Wrench
7. Tighten the three transmission skid bar mounting bolts to 48 ft. lbs. (65 N·m) (Figure 3).
8. Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DealerCONNECT Claim Entry Screen located on the Service tab. Claims submitted will be used by Chrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use the following labor operation number and time allowance:
Labor Operation Time
Number Allowance
Replace transmission skid plate
with a skid bar 13-M2-21-82 0.2 hours
Add the cost of the recall parts package plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
NOTE: See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Dealer Notification
To view this notification on DealerCONNECT, select “Global Recall System” on the Service tab, then click on the description of this notification.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to Chrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for this service with their dealers. A generic copy of the owner letter is attached.
Enclosed with each owner letter is an Owner Notification postcard to allow owners to update our records if applicable.
Vehicle Lists, Global Recall System, VIP and Dealer Follow Up
All involved vehicles have been entered into the DealerCONNECT Global Recall System (GRS) and Vehicle Information Plus (VIP) for dealer inquiry as needed.
GRS provides involved dealers with an updated VIN list of their incomplete vehicles. The owner’s name, address and phone number are listed if known. Completed vehicles are removed from GRS within several days of repair claim submission.
To use this system, click on the “Service” tab and then click on “Global Recall System.” Your dealer’s VIN list for each recall displayed can be sorted by: those vehicles that were unsold at recall launch, those with a phone number, city, zip code, or VIN sequence.
Dealers must perform this repair on all unsold vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also use the VIN list to follow up with all owners to schedule appointments for this repair.
Recall VIN lists may contain confidential, restricted owner name and address information that was obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles of various states. Use of this information is permitted for this recall only and is strictly prohibited from all other use.
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall M22/NHTSA 12V-216
Transmission Skid Plate
2010 (JK) Jeep Wrangler
NOTE: This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission (sales code DGV) built through July 14, 2010 (MDH 071420).
The transmission skid plate on about 67,800 of the above vehicles may allow debris to collect in the undercarriage of the vehicle under certain driving conditions. If an excessive amount of debris collects in the undercarriage, the catalytic converter could ignite the debris, causing an underbody fire without warning.
The transmission skid plate must be replaced with a skid bar on all involved vehicles. Models IMPORTANT: Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer used vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process. Subject Repair
Part Number Description
CBL2M221AA Transmission Skid Bar Package
Each package contains the following components:
Quantity Description
1 Bar, Transmission Skid
3 Bolts, Transmission Skid Bar Mounting
No special tools are required to perform this service procedure.
Parts Information Special Tools
1. Lift the vehicle on an appropriate hoist.
2. Remove and discard the left and right side transmission skid plate mounting bolts (Figure 1).
3. While holding the transmission skid plate, remove and discard the center transmission skid plate mounting bolt. Lower and discard the transmission skid plate (Figure 1). Service Procedure
Figure 1 – Transmission Skid Plate Removal
Figure 2 – Install New Transmission Skid Bar
4. Clean out any debris that may have collected in the undercarriage.
5. Clean the area where the new transmission skid bar mounts to the frame (Figure 2).
6. Place the new transmission skid bar into position and hand start all three mounting bolts (Figure 2).
Figure 3 – Tighten Mounting Bolts with a Torque Wrench
7. Tighten the three transmission skid bar mounting bolts to 48 ft. lbs. (65 N·m) (Figure 3).
8. Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DealerCONNECT Claim Entry Screen located on the Service tab. Claims submitted will be used by Chrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use the following labor operation number and time allowance:
Labor Operation Time
Number Allowance
Replace transmission skid plate
with a skid bar 13-M2-21-82 0.2 hours
Add the cost of the recall parts package plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
NOTE: See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Dealer Notification
To view this notification on DealerCONNECT, select “Global Recall System” on the Service tab, then click on the description of this notification.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to Chrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for this service with their dealers. A generic copy of the owner letter is attached.
Enclosed with each owner letter is an Owner Notification postcard to allow owners to update our records if applicable.
Vehicle Lists, Global Recall System, VIP and Dealer Follow Up
All involved vehicles have been entered into the DealerCONNECT Global Recall System (GRS) and Vehicle Information Plus (VIP) for dealer inquiry as needed.
GRS provides involved dealers with an updated VIN list of their incomplete vehicles. The owner’s name, address and phone number are listed if known. Completed vehicles are removed from GRS within several days of repair claim submission.
To use this system, click on the “Service” tab and then click on “Global Recall System.” Your dealer’s VIN list for each recall displayed can be sorted by: those vehicles that were unsold at recall launch, those with a phone number, city, zip code, or VIN sequence.
Dealers must perform this repair on all unsold vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also use the VIN list to follow up with all owners to schedule appointments for this repair.
Recall VIN lists may contain confidential, restricted owner name and address information that was obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles of various states. Use of this information is permitted for this recall only and is strictly prohibited from all other use.
Thread Starter
JK Freak
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 524
Likes: 2
From: Jacksonville, FL
The thing that bothers me about this, is that it only included 2010 models. What about the 07-09 models that have the same skid plate? Figured I'd give you 07-09 guys a heads up, as you would have never gotten a recall notice about this. At least you could keep an eye on it, or maybe call Chrysler and demand the same action be performed on your Jeep.
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JK Jedi Master
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 15,665
Likes: 4
From: Hammond Louisiana
Screw that, the skid plate is better and protects more. This just a cheaper fix than having to add tranny coolers to every 2007-2011 jk which is what is really needed for the overheating tranny prob. I'm not saying some of the fires weren't caused by collected grass but hell, the cats and exhaust can catch debri on fire aswell. They served up a hot oil light for the tranny prob awhile back for the 07-09's, being as that the 10's have the light already let's figure out a cheaper fix for the fires. Same thing is happening with the clock spring issue, let's just recall the 07s and hope for the best on the others. They are going to do the bare minimum on any recall, even though the pre 2012's have the same parts that have the same issues. I do believe the 2011's got the bar instead of the skid plate though.
Thread Starter
JK Freak
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 524
Likes: 2
From: Jacksonville, FL
Screw that, the skid plate is better and protects more. This just a cheaper fix than having to add tranny coolers to every 2007-2011 jk which is what is really needed for the overheating tranny prob. I'm not saying some of the fires weren't caused by collected grass but hell, the cats and exhaust can catch debri on fire aswell. They served up a hot oil light for the tranny prob awhile back for the 07-09's, being as that the 10's have the light already let's figure out a cheaper fix for the fires. Same thing is happening with the clock spring issue, let's just recall the 07s and hope for the best on the others. They are going to do the bare minimum on any recall, even though the pre 2012's have the same parts that have the same issues. I do believe the 2011's got the bar instead of the skid plate though.
