Category Archives: Jeep

Chrysler Recalls Jeep Vehicles For Fire Risk

Chrysler has announced a recall for certain 2012 Patriot and Compass SUVs manufactured between December 2011 to January 2012. According to the recall report, the vehicles may have been built with a defective roll over valve. In the event of … Continue reading

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Jeep Control Arm Fractures

Chrysler has announced a recall for certain 2004-2005 Jeep Liberty vehicles after an investigation into corrosion which could lead to the fracture of the rear suspension lower control arm. The vehicles involved were originally sold or are currently registered in … Continue reading

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Inadvertent Airbag Deployment In Jeep Liberty

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating inadvertent airbag deployment ins some 2003-2003 Jeep Liberty SUV’s. The investigation was first started in September of last year after 20 customers complained that their airbags inflated inadvertently. Today there have … Continue reading

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Chrysler Vehicles Recalled For Steering Issues

Chrysler will be recalling almost 12,000 2011 Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles for a problem with the steering column. The recall involves a missing or incorrectly installed pivot rivet that could affect the integrity of the steering column during a … Continue reading

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NHTSA Investigates Jeep Liberty Corrosion Complaints

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation after nine complaints of corrosion issues with the 2002-2005 Jeep Liberty SUV. Reports stated that excessive corrosion lead to the failure of the vehicles rear control arms, with two … Continue reading

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Jeep Wrangler Recall For Suspension

Chrysler has announced a recall for some 2010-2011 Jeep Wrangler vehicles for suspension problems that could affect steering and handling. After receiving 65 warranty claims for clunks and rattles in the front and rear suspension, Chrysler found that some fasteners … Continue reading

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Chrysler Recalls Jeep Liberty

Chrysler has announced a recall of almost 17000 2008 Jeep Liberty SUVs for a problem with the windshield wipers that could lead to reduced visibility for the driver. The problem is being blamed on an improperly sealed windshield wiper motor that could allow water to get in and short it out. Continue reading

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Jeep Ranks High In Complaints Of Death Wobble

The “Death Wobble” has been tagged as the “Jeep Death Wobble” because the problem seems to be more prevalent in Jeeps. The wobble, however, is not only found in Chrysler vehicles, but has also been reported in Ford, Toyota, and other popular automobile manufacturers. Some feel the problem is more likely to affect Jeeps because they use coil sprung suspension with track bar setups. Continue reading

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Marathon Seat Cover Recall

Seat cover manufacturer ‘Marathon’ is recalling certain model seat covers because they are made of a heavier thread which makes them not compatible with seats containing side airbags. The heavier fabric could interfere with the full deployment of the airbag in the event of an accident. Marathon will notify recorded customers of the recall through mail, and will replace the seat covers free of charge. Owners may contact Marathon at 1-800-735-2769. Continue reading

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Jeeps Grand Cherokee Investigated For Vulnerable Gas Tanks

After receiving a petition from the Center for Auto Safety, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it would start an investigation into a defective gas tank design for Jeeps Grand Cherokee. It is estimated that up to three million Grand Cherokees built between 1993-2004, have gas tanks that are too vulnerable to fires after a rear impact. Continue reading

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