NHTSA Campaign #09E044000 EQUIPMENT

JULY 09
2009

308 vehicles recalled

2008 JEEP WRANGLER -- Chrysler is recalling 308 aftermarket mopar tow bar assemblies, P/N 82209758, sold during 2007 and 2008 calendar year which are used to tow model year 2007 and 2008 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

The tow bar can fail under certain driving conditions. This can result in the towed vehicle separating from the towing vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.

Chrysler will notify the owners of all 2007 and 2008 model year Jeep Wrangler vehicles who could have purchased a recalled tow bar and will replace the tow bars free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about September 21, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E044000 »

NHTSA Campaign #08V202000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

MAY 06
2008

1,709 vehicles recalled

2008 JEEP WRANGLER -- Chrysler is recalling 1,585 MY 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, right hand drive only, vehicles. Some vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the steering intermediate shaft and rear brake tubes.

Prolonged brake tube contact could wear a hole in the tube and cause a partial brake system loss. This could cause a crash without warning.

Dealers will install a revised brake tube clip to retain the tubes, inspect the brake tubes for damage due to potential contact with the steering intermediate shaft, and replace the brake tubes if necessary. The recall began on June 30, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V202000 »