Recall 02V-104: 2000–2001 Jeep Cherokee, 1999–2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 1 more

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Apr 8, 2002, covering about 1,115,322 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-104
Report date
Apr 8, 2002
Vehicles affected
1,115,322
Owners notified
May 13, 2002

The problem

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.

The risk

This could result in a vehicle fire.

The fix

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.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no.b06.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Injectors
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V104000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jeep Cherokee2000, 2001All years
Jeep Grand Cherokee1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years
Jeep Wrangler2000, 2001, 2002All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-104?

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.

How is recall 02V-104 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.