1997 Jeep Cherokee
1997 Jeep Cherokee NHTSA Recalls
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NHTSA Campaign #09E025000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
42,540 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- 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.
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
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. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E025000 »
NHTSA Campaign #09E012000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
16,270 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- 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.
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
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. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »
NHTSA Campaign #08V056000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
107 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- U. S. drive right is recalling 107 MY 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive Jeep Cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'Controls And Displays;' no. 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices And Associated Equipment;' no. 111, 'Rearview Mirror;' no. 114, 'Theft Protection;' no. 115, 'Vehicle Identification Number;' no. 118, 'Power Window System;' no. 120, 'Tire Selection And Rims For Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars;' no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection;' and no. 301, 'Fuel System Integrity.'
These vehicles do not meet the required standards.
U. S. drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning March 2008. Owners may contact U. S. drive right at 1-888-632-5936. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V056000 »
NHTSA Campaign #08V056000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
107 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- U. S. drive right is recalling 107 MY 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive Jeep Cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'Controls And Displays;' no. 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices And Associated Equipment;' no. 111, 'Rearview Mirror;' no. 114, 'Theft Protection;' no. 115, 'Vehicle Identification Number;' no. 118, 'Power Window System;' no. 120, 'Tire Selection And Rims For Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars;' no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection;' and no. 301, 'Fuel System Integrity.'
These vehicles do not meet the required standards.
U. S. drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning March 2008. Owners may contact U. S. drive right at 1-888-632-5936. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V056000 »
NHTSA Campaign #08V056000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
107 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- U. S. drive right is recalling 107 MY 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive Jeep Cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'Controls And Displays;' no. 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices And Associated Equipment;' no. 111, 'Rearview Mirror;' no. 114, 'Theft Protection;' no. 115, 'Vehicle Identification Number;' no. 118, 'Power Window System;' no. 120, 'Tire Selection And Rims For Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars;' no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection;' and no. 301, 'Fuel System Integrity.'
These vehicles do not meet the required standards.
U. S. drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning March 2008. Owners may contact U. S. drive right at 1-888-632-5936. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V056000 »
NHTSA Campaign #08V056000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
107 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- U. S. drive right is recalling 107 MY 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive Jeep Cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'Controls And Displays;' no. 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices And Associated Equipment;' no. 111, 'Rearview Mirror;' no. 114, 'Theft Protection;' no. 115, 'Vehicle Identification Number;' no. 118, 'Power Window System;' no. 120, 'Tire Selection And Rims For Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars;' no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection;' and no. 301, 'Fuel System Integrity.'
These vehicles do not meet the required standards.
U. S. drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning March 2008. Owners may contact U. S. drive right at 1-888-632-5936. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V056000 »
NHTSA Campaign #08V056000 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
107 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- U. S. drive right is recalling 107 MY 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive Jeep Cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'Controls And Displays;' no. 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices And Associated Equipment;' no. 111, 'Rearview Mirror;' no. 114, 'Theft Protection;' no. 115, 'Vehicle Identification Number;' no. 118, 'Power Window System;' no. 120, 'Tire Selection And Rims For Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars;' no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection;' and no. 301, 'Fuel System Integrity.'
These vehicles do not meet the required standards.
U. S. drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning March 2008. Owners may contact U. S. drive right at 1-888-632-5936. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V056000 »
NHTSA Campaign #08V056000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL
107 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- U. S. drive right is recalling 107 MY 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive Jeep Cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'Controls And Displays;' no. 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices And Associated Equipment;' no. 111, 'Rearview Mirror;' no. 114, 'Theft Protection;' no. 115, 'Vehicle Identification Number;' no. 118, 'Power Window System;' no. 120, 'Tire Selection And Rims For Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars;' no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection;' and no. 301, 'Fuel System Integrity.'
These vehicles do not meet the required standards.
U. S. drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning March 2008. Owners may contact U. S. drive right at 1-888-632-5936. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V056000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06E065000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
3,593 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- Certain aj motorsport 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.
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. The recall began on July 31, 2006. Owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E065000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
61,944 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E026000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06E022000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
7,440 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- 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.
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.
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. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E022000 »
NHTSA Campaign #06E011000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
7,291 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- 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.
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.
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. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E011000 »
NHTSA Campaign #00V136000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
589,000 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- 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 District of Columbia. The front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." If the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.
The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00V136000 »
NHTSA Campaign #00V105000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
395,000 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- Vehicle description: Sport utility vehicles. Water and/or road salt in the proximity of the air bag control module could lead to corrosion.
Such corrosion can lead to illumination of the air bag warning light or could allow inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Dealers will replace the air bag control module and locate the new module on the top of the transmission tunnel. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00V105000 »
NHTSA Campaign #97V194000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
360,000 vehicles recalled
1997 JEEP CHEROKEE -- Vehicle description: Multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The fuel tank mounted fuel level sending unit accuracy can degrade over time, indicating significantly more fuel in reserve than is actually present.
Owners may not be aware that their vehicle is low on fuel increasing the risk of a vehicle crash if the vehicle stops due to no fuel.
Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #97V194000 »