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Crash Test Data for 2002 Jeep

Jeep Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating
Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat
2002 Grand Cherokee
2002 Liberty
2002 WranglerNot
Tested
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Tested
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Service Bulletins for 2002 Jeep

2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
Bulletin Number: 0200102
SPECIAL BALL JOINT, ALLOWS ADJUSTMENT TO CASTER AND CAMBER ANGLES. *SLC THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 02-001-02 DATED 06/10/02. ALSO TO INCLUDE 2005 JEEP WRANGLER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0200204
A SQUEAK OR SQUAWK-LIKE SOUND MAY BE PRESENT IN THE FRONT OR REAR SUSPENSION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02006
SUBJECT REGARDING LEFT AND RIGHT CAM SPROCKET BOLTS NOT TORQUED TO CORRECT SPECIFICATION. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 02007
SUBJECT REGARDING 4.7L CRANKSHAFT TO BEDPLATE INTERFERENCE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 02013
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION WHERE THE PANIC ALARM FOR THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SYSTEM TRIGGERS WITHOUT ANY CUSTOMER INTENT TO TRIGGER THE ALARM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 020199
SUSPENSION SQUEAK/SQUAWK - STABILIZER BUSHING. *MJ
Bulletin Number: 0300203
FLUID WEEPAGE PAST REAR AXLE VENT LINE JIGGLE CAP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 05002
NEW WATER PUMP FOR 3.7L ENGINE - NO LONGER COMMON WITH 4.7L. ADVANCED SERVICE INFORMATION #05-002. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0500302
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0500302A
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0500302B
FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0500501
CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT, INSTRUMENT PANEL, OR A MINOR PEDAL PULSATION (BRAKE ROUGHNESS) UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE PEDAL APPLICATION. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0500501A
EXPERIENCING BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR PEDAL PULSATION WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0600203
CLUTCH SLIPPING. 2004 CHEROKEE INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 07
RECOMMENDED STEPS TO CONFIRM THE SAFE AND PROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE PARK POSITION ON THE VEHICLE'S AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0703
G-SENSOR REPLACEMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0800103
AUTOMATIC DOOR UNLOCK ON EXIT FEATURE IS NOT ENABLED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0800702
SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0801001
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801103
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) FOB ONLY OPERATES AT CLOSE RANGE ON DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801503
INTRUSION ALARM WHEN IN ITS ARMED MODE MAY CAUSE A FALSE ALARM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801505
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
Bulletin Number: 0801601
INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0801603
NEW AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE OPTIMIZED FOR CURRENT AND PRIOR MODEL YEAR USE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801701
SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0803006
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
Bulletin Number: 0900205
ENGINE OIL WEEPAGE AT THE ENGINE OIL FITLER ADAPTOR HOSE CONNECTION(S). *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900303
4.0L MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900704
IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1300102
SUBJECT REGARDING SQUEAK LIKE SOUND FROM FRONT BUMPER CROSSMEMBER. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1400102
SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1400102A
FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1400601
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH PREMATURE FUEL NOZZLE SHUT-OFF WHEN FILLING VEHICLE FUEL TANK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800203
THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE DUE TO ERRONEOUS DETECTION OF A SMALL LEAK IN THE VEHICLE'S EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800403
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION AND THE TRANSMISSION MAY OPERATE IN ITS DEFAULT MODE OF SECOND GEAR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800403A
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE TRANSMISSION MAY OPERATE IN IT'S DEFAULT MODE OF SECOND GEAR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800903
TRANSIENT GRUMBLE SOUND OR RATTLE THAT INTERMITTENTLY OCCURS DURING LIFT-THROTTLE OR COAST CONDITION WHILE THE TORQUE CONVERTER IS LOCKED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1801201
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1802002
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1802503A
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0110, FUEL GAUGE STUCK, IMPROVED COLD ENGINE PERFORMANCE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1803103
4.0L ROUGH ENGINE IDLE AFTER RESTART FOLLOWING A HOT SOAK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1804504
WARM ENGINE ROUGH IDLE. 4.7L. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1900103
POP/TICK SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL AREA. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 1900203
POWER STEERING MOAN OR WHINE-LIKE SOUND WHEN TURNING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1900303
POP/TICK SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1900502
SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING HONK ON 4.0 L AND 4.7 L LHD GRANE CHEROKEE VEHICLES. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1900504
POP/TRICK/CREAK SOUND IN STEERING COLUMN. *MJ *EH
Bulletin Number: 1900703
STEERING SHUDDER WHEN PERFORMING PARKING LOT MANEUVERS. *PH
Bulletin Number: 1900801
EXPERIENCING A POP/TICK SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AREA WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100202
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISION IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LABOR OPERATION TIMES FOR RE TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100601
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 2100803
HIGH SPEED GRUMBLE SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100803A
HIGH SPEED GRUMBLE SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100903
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
Bulletin Number: 2101505
45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC
Bulletin Number: 2200102
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2200103
TPM SYSTEM PERFORMANCE AFFECTED WHEN LARGE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE CHANGES OCCUR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2300904
POPPING OR CLICKING-LIKE SOUND IN AREA OF FRONT SEAT FRAME. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301004
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR WATER LEAK. *TT THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 23-010-04 DATED 04-29-04. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301303
OPTIMUM ROOF RACK CROSS BAR POSITION TO PREVENT AIR TURBULENCE CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301502
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2301503
WIND-LIKE SOUND AT TOP REAR CORNER OF FRONT DOOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2302002
NEW REPAIR PROCEDURES WITH SEPARATE LIFTGATE LATCH MOTOR AND COMPONENTS. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2302502
SUBJECT REGARDING THE LEFT REAR SEAT BACK REQUIRING HIGHER CLOSING EFFORT TO LATCH. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2302701
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2303002
SUBJECT REGARDING MOPAR FRONT AIR DEFLECTOR (BUG GUARD) POSSIBLY INDUCING AIR TURBULENCE OR WHISTLE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2303402
SUBJECT REGARDING OPTIMUM ROOF RACK CROSS BAR POSITION TO PREVENT AIR TURBULENCE CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2400104
NEW HVAC SUB-ASSEMBLY REPLACES BLEND OR RECIRC DOOR COMPONENTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2400703
HVAC DRIVE WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CARPET. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2401305
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2500102A
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0442, P0455, OR P0456 - LEAK DETECTION PUMP (LDP), LEAK DETECTED. THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES 25-001-02 DATED FEB 11, 2002. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2500103
DUTY CYCLE PURGE SOLENOID CAUSES A TICKING-LIKE SOUND FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2500203
NEW EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INLET FILTER FOR USE IN SEVERE DEBRIS ENVIRONMENTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
Bulletin Number: 9002849
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
Bulletin Number: 9002901
Part Description: Seal - Shift Shaft on RFE transmissions Issue Description: This seal (04799346) is replaceable with Seal Kit (68235551AA), which includes a seal and retainer. The Seal Kit is applicable to all (5)45RFE transmissions.
Bulletin Number: M3511082012
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
Bulletin Number: N47
The aftermarket trailer hitch on about 1,443,000 of the above vehicles may adversely affect the rear structure performance during certain low speed rear collisions. Vehicles equipped with a trailer hitch must be inspected and replaced if r
Bulletin Number: N47062013
New CSN Advanced Communication ? N47062013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a Customer Satisfaction Notification (CSN) on 1999 through 2004 Jeep® Grand Cherokee vehicles. Chrysler intends to inspect and, if necessary, replace after
Bulletin Number: SB-N47
1999-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE REAR STRUCTURE PERFORMANCE MAY BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED DURING CERTAIN LOW SPEED REAR COLLISIONS ON AFTERMARKET TRAILER HITCH *CN
2002 JEEP LAREDO
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
Bulletin Number: 01006
A POSSIBLE CONDITION MAY EXIST IF THE SWING GATE IS OPENED WHEN EITHER THE IOD FUSE IS NOT IN PLACE OR WHEN THE VEHICLE BATTERY IS LOW. IF EITHER CONDITION EXISTS, THE FILPPER GLASS LATCH MECHANISM WILL REMAIN IN THE CLOSED (LATCHED) POS
Bulletin Number: 01007
SOME VEHICLE OPERATORS MAY EXPERIENCE AN ODOR FROM INSIDE OF THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE ODOR MAY VARY IN INTENSITY. WORSE CASE THE ODOR MAY BE DESCRIBED AS SKUNK-LIKE. VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO APRIL 19, 2001 (MDH 0419XX) MAY BE SUS
Bulletin Number: 01008A
THIS RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITTAL STATES THAT A POSSIBLE CONDITION WITH THE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MAY BE PRESENT ON A LIMITED NUMBER OF VEHICLES. THE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR, WHEN OPERATED, MAY PRODUCE SOUND(S) THAT MAY BE CONSIDERED POTENT
Bulletin Number: 01009
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING REPORTS OF BROKEN RADIO ANTENNAS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01010
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING AN INTERMITTENT LOOSE GROUND AT THE FRONT ENGINE COMPARTMENT HARNESS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01012
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT FLOOR CARPET BUILT WITHOUT VINYL WEAR PADS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01012
RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMISSION REGARDING 45RFE TRANSMISSION SOLENOIDS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01013
RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITTAL REGARDING RADIATOR OIL COOLER CONTAMINATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01014
LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01018
CONCERNS WITH REDUCED POWER STEERING ASSIST WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED QUICKLY TO THE RIGHT - RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITTAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 01019
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING WIND BUFFETING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02003A
SUBJECT REGARDING CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL, VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 3.7 L ENGINE, ALSO REFER TO 02003. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 02009
SUBJECT REGARDING MANUAL TRANSMISSION MOUNT MAY BE INCORRECT FOR APPLICATION. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 05002
NEW WATER PUMP FOR 3.7L ENGINE - NO LONGER COMMON WITH 4.7L. ADVANCED SERVICE INFORMATION #05-002. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0500202
SUBJECT REGARDING A SQUEAK LIKE SOUND FROM PARKING BRAKE CABLES. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 050304
DOMESTIC FRONT DISC BRAKES PAD KIT AVAILABILITY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0600203
CLUTCH SLIPPING. 2004 CHEROKEE INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0800107
PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION. *KB
Bulletin Number: 0800702
SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0801001
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801401
CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A BROKEN RADIO ANTENNA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801505
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
Bulletin Number: 0801601
INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0801701
SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801801
SUBJECT REGARDING SOFTWARE IMPROVEMENT TO FLIP-UP GLASS UNLATCH STRATEGY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0802601
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLICKERING TRIP COMPUTER AND/OR RADIO DISPLAY, INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION, AND/OR OVERHEAD/DOME LIGHTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0803006
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
Bulletin Number: 0803403
NEW SPARK PLUG FOR 2.4L ENGINE. *MJ
Bulletin Number: 0900301
THIS BULLETIN REINFORCES A REQUIREMENT TO CEASE THE CURRENT PRACTICE OF USING SUPPLEMENTAL OIL ADDITIVE TREATMENTS IN ALL DAIMLERCHRYSLER ENGINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900301
THIS BULLETIN REINFORCES A REQUIREMENT TO CEASE THE CURRENT PRACTICE OF USING SUPPLEMENTAL OIL ADDITIVE TREATMENTS IN ALL DIAMLER CHRYSLER ENGINES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900501
INFORMATION REGARDING RED STAIN IN ENGINE OIL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900704
IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1100101
SUBJECT REGARDING UNDERBODY RATTLE SOUND AT IDLE DUE TO EXHAUST FLANGE BOLT SPRINGS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1300101
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CRAK-LIKE SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1300102
SUBJECT REGARDING SQUEAK LIKE SOUND FROM FRONT BUMPER CROSSMEMBER. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 13-002-14
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 1993-1998, JEEP LIBERTY 2002-2007. SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING THE VEHICLES WITH N45 OR N46 TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY. THE NEW TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN INSTALLED. *LJ
Bulletin Number: 13-002-14
Towing Capacity For Vehicles Modified With N45 Or N46 Trailer-Hitch Assembly This bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the
Bulletin Number: 1400102
SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1400102A
FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1400401
CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY WHEN INITIALLY ATTEMPTING TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE FUEL TANK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1400501
CONCERNS WITH LONGER THAN NORMAL ENGINE CRANK TIME PRIOR TO START. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1801201
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1802002
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1900805
REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC
Bulletin Number: 2100601
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 2101505
45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC
Bulletin Number: 2200601
A CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF RUST COLOR STREAKS ON ONE OR MORE OF THE ALUMINUM WHEELS.
Bulletin Number: 2301101
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES A DISCUSSION ON HOW TO MOVE THE FLIP-UP GLASS LATCH MECHANISM TO THE OPEN (UNLATCHED) POSITION WHEN THE BATTERY IS LOW OR THE IOD FUSE IS NOT IN ITS CIRCUIT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301401
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH BEZEL MAY APPEAR TO BE PARTIALLY ENGAGED TO THE CENTER CONSOLE. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES THE INSTALLATION OF LATEX HOSE TO REINFORCE THE BEZEL RETENTION TABS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301502
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2301601
THE CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF CLOSURE DIFFICULTIES WITH THE REAR FLIP-UP GLASS. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES PROCEDURES FOR THE ADJUSTMENT AND REPAIR OF THE FLIP-UP GLASS LATCH. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301801
EXPERIENCING A C-PILLAR RINGING-LIKE SOUND WHEN REAR DOOR IS CLOSED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301801
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A RINGING LIKE SOUND WHEN A REAR DOOR IS CLOSED. THIS SOUND MAY CAUSE THE CUSTOMER TO COMPLAIN THAT A REAR DOOR DOES NOT SOUND SOLID WHEN IT IS CLOSED. THE RINGING-LIKE SOUND MAY APPEAR TO BE COMING FROM THE C-PIIL
Bulletin Number: 2302001
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE REAR CARGO CARPET FIBERS COME LOOSE FROM BACKING.*SLC
Bulletin Number: 2302401
A CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF WATER DRIPPING INTO THE CARGO COMPARTMENT WHEN THE REAR FLIP-UP GLASS IS RAISED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2302502
SUBJECT REGARDING THE LEFT REAR SEAT BACK REQUIRING HIGHER CLOSING EFFORT TO LATCH. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2302701
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2303002
SUBJECT REGARDING MOPAR FRONT AIR DEFLECTOR (BUG GUARD) POSSIBLY INDUCING AIR TURBULENCE OR WHISTLE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2303101
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH ONE OR MORE PLASTIC END CAPS NOT FITTING SECURELY TO THE METAL SIDE RUNNING BOARD. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2303501
CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF WIND WHISTLE SOUND FROM MOPAR BRUSHGUARD OR MOPAR FRONT AIR DEFLECTOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2400703
HVAC DRIVE WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CARPET. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2401201
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE HVAC DRAIN WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE CARPET. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2401305
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2500108
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM FREEZES IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES -- INVOLVES INSTALLING REVISED PCV SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *NJ
Bulletin Number: 4850306
INFORMATION REGARDING CRANKSHAFT POSITON SENSOR SIGNAL. *YD
Bulletin Number: 4850306
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR FLIP-UP GLASS PAD REMOVAL, SILL FLARE EXTENSION COLOR CHANGE, AND ROOF RACK OPTION ON EARLY BASE MODELS. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 4850306
SUBJECT REGARDING INCORRECT MONRONEY LABEL TIRE INFORMATION. *YD
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
Bulletin Number: 9002901
Part Description: Seal - Shift Shaft on RFE transmissions Issue Description: This seal (04799346) is replaceable with Seal Kit (68235551AA), which includes a seal and retainer. The Seal Kit is applicable to all (5)45RFE transmissions.
Bulletin Number: 9003192
Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog
Bulletin Number: M3511082012
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
Bulletin Number: N45062013
New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? N45062013 During recent discussions, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (?NHTSA?) and Chrysler Group LLC (?Chrysler?) mutually identified an opportunity to incrementally improve th
2002 JEEP PATRIOT
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
2002 JEEP WRANGLER
Bulletin Number: 0200102
SPECIAL BALL JOINT, ALLOWS ADJUSTMENT TO CASTER AND CAMBER ANGLES. *SLC THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 02-001-02 DATED 06/10/02. ALSO TO INCLUDE 2005 JEEP WRANGLER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801001
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801505
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
Bulletin Number: 0801601
INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 0801701
SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900303
4.0L MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0901004
DIRT AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION AT REAR MAIN SEAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1400102
SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1400102A
FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1801201
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1802002
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1803103
4.0L ROUGH ENGINE IDLE AFTER RESTART FOLLOWING A HOT SOAK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1900306
STEERING SHIMMY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100601
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 2100903
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
Bulletin Number: 2200102
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2300504
SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301006
PRIMARY DOOR WEATHERSTRIP WATER LEAK AT A-PILLAR BELT LINE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2302501
SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2400703
HVAC DRIVE WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CARPET. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2401201
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE HVAC DRAIN WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE CARPET. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2401305
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2600901
SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE/DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL REVISIONS. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
Bulletin Number: 9002849
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
Bulletin Number: 9003192
Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog

 

Recalls for 2002 Jeep

2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:07/01/2001 - 09/14/2001
Potential Units Affected:38700

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE ONBOARD VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM VENT HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN MISROUTED. THIS COULD ALLOW WATER TO ENTER THE CANISTER WHICH CAN CAUSE FUEL TO SPILL OUT OF THE FILLER TUBE WHEN REFUELING THE TANK.

Consequence:

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT (AND REPOSITION AS NECESSARY) THE VENT HOSE. IF THE VENT HOSE IS FOUND IN THE BENT DOWN POSITION, AND THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN MORE THAN 20 MILES, THE CANISTER ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 3, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:06/01/1998 - 03/05/2002
Potential Units Affected:1115322

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L ENGINE ONLY, THE DESIGN OF THE INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDS COULD ALLOW DEBRIS TO ACCUMULATE AT THE #3 CYLINDER LOCATION.

Consequence:

THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MANIFOLD SHIELD TO MODIFY THE AIR FLOW CHARACTERISTICS AND TO PREVENT THE ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS IN THE AREA OF THE #3 CYLINDER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:07/01/2001 - 12/13/2001
Potential Units Affected:71677

Defect Description:

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FUEL TANK BRUSH GUARD FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE ONBOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR) CONTROL VALVE CAN BECOME DETACHED DURING A CRASH, ALLOWING FUEL LEAKAGE.

Consequence:

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL EITHER REPLACE THE FUEL TANK BRUSH GUARD WITH A SKID PLATE OR REINFORCE THE EXISTING FUEL TANK BRUSH GUARD WITH A REINFORCEMENT BRACKET. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN MARCH 4, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:07/01/2001 - 08/17/2001
Potential Units Affected:43000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES ARE BEING RECALLED FOR A SOFTWARE ERROR IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MICROPROCESSOR. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE CLUSTER, WITH THE MAJORITY OF ITS GAUGES, ILLUMINATION, AND WARNING LAMPS, COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.

Consequence:

DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH AN INOPERATIVE CLUSTER COULD CAUSE A DISTRACTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL RE-FLASH THE CLUSTER SOFTWARE TO CORRECT THE CONDITION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 8, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:07/01/2001 - 10/12/2001
Potential Units Affected:50200

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE FUEL INLET CHECK VALVE COULD STICK IN THE PARTIALLY OPEN POSITION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE FUEL TO SPILL OUT OF THE FILLER TUBE DURING REFUELING.

Consequence:

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL INLET CHECK VALVE. VEHICLES FOUND TO HAVE A STICKING FUEL INLET CHECK VALVE WILL HAVE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 24, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:03/07/2002 - 03/11/2002
Potential Units Affected:27

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS WAS IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED.

Consequence:

THIS COULD CAUSE IMPROPER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT IN CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.

Action:

DEALERS WILL ADD A WIRING JUMPER TO THE EXISTING CIRCUITRY TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 29, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:02/04/2002 - 06/17/2002
Potential Units Affected:189479

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PLASTIC BLADES OF THE ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN COOLING FAN MAY SEPARATE AND PENETRATE THE SHROUD.

Consequence:

IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE HOOD IS OPEN, A PERSON IN THE VICINITY OF THE ENGINE COULD BE STRUCK BY THE BLADE AND INJURED.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC COOLING FAN MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER LLC
Manufacture Dates:09/10/2002 - 06/30/2004
Potential Units Affected:103409

Defect Description:

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 103,409 MY 2001-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES WITH HEATED SEATS AND WITH CHRYSLER RECALL NO. 06V-197 COMPLETED (03-04 MY) OR SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS SERVICE REPLACEMENT (01-02 MY). THE FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENTS COULD OVERHEAT.

Consequence:

OVERHEATING COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A FIRE OR INJURY.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:02/13/2001 - 05/23/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:02/13/2001 - 05/23/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Manufacture Dates:02/13/2001 - 05/23/2003
Potential Units Affected:752644

Defect Description:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. These parts are not currently available, however, an interim repair is available free of charge that reduces the risk of an inadvertent deployment. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R06.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:01/02/2001 - 03/15/2006
Potential Units Affected:826687

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE CONSTANT TENSION FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS MAY EXPERIENCE CONTAMINATION. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD WITH THIS CONDITION, THE BALL JOINT MAY EVENTUALLY EXPERIENCE WEAR AND LOOSENESS.

Consequence:

WHEN THE DRIVER CONTINUES TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE WITH THIS CONDITION, THE CONTAMINATION CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR AND POSSIBLY SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE CAUSING A LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Manufacture Dates:01/09/2001 - 03/28/2003
Potential Units Affected:752644

Defect Description:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. These parts are not currently available, however, an interim repair is available free of charge that reduces the risk of an inadvertent deployment. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R06.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer:Chrysler Group LLC
Manufacture Dates: -
Potential Units Affected:1560000

Defect Description:

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

Consequence:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Action:

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:01/29/2001 - 09/13/2001
Potential Units Affected:72000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE KNEE BLOCKER TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY CAN DISENGAGE, FALL, AND STARTLE THE OPERATOR.

Consequence:

THIS COULD STARTLE THE OPERATOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE KNEE BLOCKER TRIM PANEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 26, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:STRUCTURE
Manufacturer:Chrysler Group LLC
Manufacture Dates: -
Potential Units Affected:1560000

Defect Description:

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

Consequence:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Action:

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:01/02/2001 - 03/26/2003
Potential Units Affected:336000

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS CAN EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF LUBRICATION THAT CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE.

Consequence:

A BALL JOINT THATHAS SEPARATED FROM THE KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS WITH MODIFIED ASSEMBLIES AND HEAT SHIELDS ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN JANUARY 2, 2001 AND OCTOBER 4, 2002. ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN OCTOBER 5, 2002 AND MARCH 26, 2003, DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES (AND REPLACE THEM AS NECESSARY) AND INSTALL HEAT SHIELDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 15, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER LLC
Manufacture Dates:05/01/2002 - 09/30/2002
Potential Units Affected:43489

Defect Description:

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 42,469 MY 2002-2003 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN SALT BELT STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF LUBRICATION WHICH COULD LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION WHILE DRIVING.

Consequence:

FAILURE OF THE BALL JOINT COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:01/09/2001 - 03/28/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:01/29/2001 - 11/27/2001
Potential Units Affected:102000

Defect Description:

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE FRONTAL OFFSET COLLISION, SHARP EDGES ON THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE BRACKET COULD CUT THE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR WIRING INSULATION CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE WIRING.

Consequence:

THIS COULD DELAY THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.

Action:

DEALERS WILL WRAP THE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR WIRE HARNESS WITH PROTECTIVE INSULATION TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 18, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:01/09/2001 - 03/28/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
2002 JEEP WRANGLER
NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:06/01/1999 - 03/01/2002
Potential Units Affected:1115322

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L ENGINE ONLY, THE DESIGN OF THE INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDS COULD ALLOW DEBRIS TO ACCUMULATE AT THE #3 CYLINDER LOCATION.

Consequence:

THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MANIFOLD SHIELD TO MODIFY THE AIR FLOW CHARACTERISTICS AND TO PREVENT THE ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS IN THE AREA OF THE #3 CYLINDER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2002 JEEP WRANGLER
NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:06/01/2000 - 12/20/2001
Potential Units Affected:95000

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WATER AND IMPURITIES CAN ENTER INTO THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT.

Consequence:

THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH WITH A REDESIGNED SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 8, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.