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Jeep Wagoneer recall history and complaint patterns

Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Jeep Wagoneer, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.

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At a Glance

Total Recalls 84
Total Complaints 565
Years Covered 1969–2025

Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.

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Key Takeaways

A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Jeep Wagoneer, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.

Recall Themes

Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.

Other

12 campaigns · Years: 1975–1976, 1981, 1985–1987, 1989–1990, 2022–2024

These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.

Official notices (evidence):
+ 9 more notices in this theme

Brakes

9 campaigns · Years: 1969, 1971–1972, 1974, 1976, 1985–1987, 1989–1991

These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.

Official notices (evidence):
  • 96V260000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
  • 98V005000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Rotor
  • 91V003000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
+ 6 more notices in this theme

Steering and suspension

5 campaigns · Years: 1969–1970, 1984–1987

These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.

Official notices (evidence):
+ 2 more notices in this theme

Fuel and emissions

4 campaigns · Years: 1975, 1986–1987

These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.

Official notices (evidence):
  • 86V160000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  • 85V139000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  • 75V056000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Carburetor system
+ 1 more notice in this theme

Powertrain

4 campaigns · Years: 1979–1980, 1982, 1984

These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.

Official notices (evidence):
+ 1 more notice in this theme

Visibility and lighting

4 campaigns · Years: 1970–1983

These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).

Official notices (evidence):
+ 1 more notice in this theme

Structure

3 campaigns · Years: 2022–2025

These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.

Official notices (evidence):

Airbags

2 campaigns · Years: 2022–2024

These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.

Official notices (evidence):

Most Reported Issues

Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Jeep Wagoneer in NHTSA complaint data are Electrical system, Engine, Service brakes.

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Year-by-Year Overview

Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.

Model Year Recalls Complaints Details
2025 1 8 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Electrical system, Engine.
2024 6 43 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Power train.
2023 7 126 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Power train.
2022 9 300 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Service brakes, Engine.
2001 0 3 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:wiring:front underhood, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system.
2000 0 1 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
1999 0 2 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Tires:tread/belt, Structure:frame and members.
1998 0 3 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
1997 0 2 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Air bags:frontal.
1996 0 2 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Steering: steering wheel/handle bar, Power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch.
1994 0 1 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control.
1993 0 6 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
1992 0 1 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system.
1991 2 2 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components.
1990 5 18 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly, Seats:front assembly:power adjust.
1989 3 12 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Vehicle speed control, Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly.
1988 0 3 Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system, Vehicle speed control, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline.
1987 6 12 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Steering: steering wheel/handle bar, Electrical system:ignition:module, Engine and engine cooling:engine.
1986 5 5 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Steering: steering wheel/handle bar, Seat belts:front:retractor.
1985 3 1 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly.
1984 3 3 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle), Fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system.
1983 1 2 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:anchorage, Wheels:rim.
1982 2 1 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control.
1981 2 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1980 3 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1979 2 2 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Tires:tread/belt.
1978 1 3 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Tires, Tires:sidewall, Tires:tread/belt.
1977 1 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1976 4 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1975 5 1 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:ignition.
1974 3 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1973 1 2 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Tires:sidewall, Tires:tread/belt.
1972 2 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1971 2 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1970 3 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.
1969 2 0 Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary.

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Recall Evidence by Year

A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.

Most common areas involved: Service brakes , Visibility and Structure

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2025

  • Structure: Exterior trim: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (25V593000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.

2024

  • Back over prevention: Display function: Safety recall involving the back over prevention area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V577000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in
  • Seat belts: Buckle assembly: Safety recall involving the seat belts area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V716000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The third-row seat belts may not allow occupants to properly access or fasten the seat belt to the buckle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
  • Air bags: Driver clockspring/spiral cassette: Safety recall involving the air bags area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (24V199000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L,
  • Back over prevention: Software: Safety recall involving the back over prevention area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (24V944000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, Grand Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Incorrect software in the rearview camera module may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Feder
  • Structure: Exterior trim: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (25V593000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
  • Structure: Exterior trim: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (25V642000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.

2023

  • Structure: Roof and pillars: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V545000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The upper B-pillar interior trim may not be fully seated and could interfere with the side curtain air bag (SABIC) deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal M
  • Back over prevention: Display function: Safety recall involving the back over prevention area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V577000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in
  • Seat belts: Buckle assembly: Safety recall involving the seat belts area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V716000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The third-row seat belts may not allow occupants to properly access or fasten the seat belt to the buckle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
  • Air bags: Driver clockspring/spiral cassette: Safety recall involving the air bags area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (24V199000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L,
  • Back over prevention: Camera: Safety recall involving the back over prevention area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (24V436000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the r
  • Structure: Exterior trim: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (25V593000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
  • Structure: Exterior trim: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (25V642000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.

2022

  • Back over prevention: Display function: Safety recall involving the back over prevention area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (21V00A000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
  • Air bags: Safety recall involving the air bags area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (21V873000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.
  • Seats: Safety recall involving the seats area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (21V919000) →
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    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The second-row center-seat recliner pull strap may bind on the seat trim surface, preventing the seat back from locking into the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requiremen
  • Structure: Roof and pillars: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V545000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The upper B-pillar interior trim may not be fully seated and could interfere with the side curtain air bag (SABIC) deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal M
  • Back over prevention: Display function: Safety recall involving the back over prevention area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V577000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in
  • Seat belts: Buckle assembly: Safety recall involving the seat belts area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (23V716000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The third-row seat belts may not allow occupants to properly access or fasten the seat belt to the buckle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
  • Back over prevention: Camera: Safety recall involving the back over prevention area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (24V436000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the r
  • Structure: Exterior trim: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (25V593000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
  • Structure: Exterior trim: Safety recall involving the structure area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (25V642000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.

1991

  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (96V260000) →
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    Summary: Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with antilock brake system (abs). The antilock brake system (abs) hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear which could cause pump-motor deterioration.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Rotor: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (98V005000) →
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    Summary: Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the distri

1990

  • Vehicle speed control: Cruise control: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (90V177000) →
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    Summary: Malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (91V003000) →
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    Summary: There may be hydraulic fluid contamination from condensation formation that can plug the abs brake booster pump filter; stress corrosion of the master cylinder snap ring has been traced to chlorine leaking from the low pressure hydraulic hose which may cause it to break; front brake hose to tire
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (91V063000) →
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    Summary: Improper insertion/crimping of the hose-to-end fittings of the high pressure hose on the anti-lock brake system can cause detachment of the hose from the abs system, and discharge of hydraulic fluid.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (96V260000) →
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    Summary: Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with antilock brake system (abs). The antilock brake system (abs) hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear which could cause pump-motor deterioration.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Rotor: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (98V005000) →
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    Summary: Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the distri

1989

  • Vehicle speed control: Cruise control: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (90V177000) →
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    Summary: Malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (91V003000) →
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    Summary: There may be hydraulic fluid contamination from condensation formation that can plug the abs brake booster pump filter; stress corrosion of the master cylinder snap ring has been traced to chlorine leaking from the low pressure hydraulic hose which may cause it to break; front brake hose to tire
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (96V260000) →
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    Summary: Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with antilock brake system (abs). The antilock brake system (abs) hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear which could cause pump-motor deterioration.

1987

  • Steering: Linkages: Safety recall involving the steering area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (86V159000) →
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    Summary: Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. Consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the fuel system area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (86V160000) →
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    Summary: A stud may have been installed on top of the intake manifold of engine that could contact the fuel supply hose. Consequence of defect: chafing of the fuel hose could occur which could result in a fuel leak.
  • Vehicle speed control: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V022000) →
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    Summary: Cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation.
  • Vehicle speed control: Linkages: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V035000) →
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    Summary: Vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (88V106000) →
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    Summary: Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
  • Equipment: Labels: Safety recall involving the equipment area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (89V219000) →
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    Summary: Tire reserve load label may not have been installed.

1986

  • Fuel system, gasoline: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the fuel system area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (85V139000) →
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    Summary: Jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled. Consequence of defect: if the fuel line becomes disconnected, spills gasoline and an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion may occur.
  • Vehicle speed control: Cables: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (86V146000) →
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    Summary: Accelerator cable bushing could disconnect from the accelerator lever assembly. Consequence of defect: this could result in loss of engine control with engine returning to idle.
  • Steering: Linkages: Safety recall involving the steering area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (86V159000) →
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    Summary: Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. Consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (88V106000) →
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    Summary: Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
  • Equipment: Labels: Safety recall involving the equipment area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (89V219000) →
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    Summary: Tire reserve load label may not have been installed.

1985

  • Steering: Steering wheel/handle bar: Safety recall involving the steering area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (84V122000) →
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    Summary: Improperly tightened bolt on steering shaft allows the connector on the shaft to slip. Steering movements will not be transmitted to the gear box.
  • Vehicle speed control: Accelerator pedal: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (88V106000) →
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    Summary: Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.

1984

  • Power train: Banjo housing: Safety recall involving the power train area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (84V024000) →
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    Summary: Improper assembly of the rear axle may cause axle bearing failure and could result in the separation of a rear axle and wheel.
  • Steering: Safety recall involving the steering area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (84V028000) →
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    Summary: These vehicles may have bolts in the steering system that were not properly tightened.
  • Power train: Differential unit: Safety recall involving the power train area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (84V045000) →
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    Summary: A defective differential pinion shaft may exist which can come in contact with the drive pinion gear, causing rear wheel lock-up.

1983

  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1982

  • Power train: Lubricant: Safety recall involving the power train area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (82V125000) →
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    Summary: Original production transmission lubricant used in the involved vehicles may not provide adequate lubrication to protect the transmission"s first gear.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1981

  • Vehicle speed control: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (81V015000) →
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    Summary: The transmission throttle control rod spring may have been improperly installed. This may cause the throttle to close more slowly than normal. Vehicles may return to idle slowly.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1980

  • Exterior lighting: Headlights: Safety recall involving the exterior lighting area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
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    Summary: Incorrect headlamps may have been installed on the involved vehicles. These headlamps have been approved for export only and do not meet u.S. Requirements.
  • Power train: Axle shaft: Safety recall involving the power train area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (80V023000) →
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    Summary: The right and left rear wheel bearings may have been damaged during assembly. A damaged bearing could result in axle and wheel disengagement from the vehicle while in motion.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1979

  • Power train: Axle shaft: Safety recall involving the power train area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
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    Summary: The right and left rear wheel bearings may have been damaged during assembly. A damaged bearing could result in axle and wheel disengagement from the vehicle while in motion.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1978

  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1977

  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1976

  • Unknown or other: Safety recall involving the unknown or other area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Electrical system: Module: Safety recall involving the electrical system area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (78V065000) →
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    Summary: Vehicles were built with wire connectors that fail to allow the current flow needed to support the electronic control of the engine ignition.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1975

  • Vehicle speed control: Safety recall involving the vehicle speed control area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: Carburetor system: Safety recall involving the fuel system area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: Carburetor system: Safety recall involving the fuel system area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Electrical system: Module: Safety recall involving the electrical system area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (78V065000) →
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    Summary: Vehicles were built with wire connectors that fail to allow the current flow needed to support the electronic control of the engine ignition.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1974

  • Exterior lighting: Safety recall involving the exterior lighting area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1973

  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1972

  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1971

  • Service brakes, hydraulic: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings: Safety recall involving the service brakes area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
    Show official notice text
    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1970

  • Exterior lighting: Turn signal: Safety recall involving the exterior lighting area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Suspension: Rear: Safety recall involving the suspension area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
  • Visibility: Glass, side/rear: Safety recall involving the visibility area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (87V178000) →
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    Summary: The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.

1969

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