Recall 09V-436: 2007–2008 Jeep Wrangler

CHRYSLER LLC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Nov 5, 2009, covering about 88,461 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-436
Report date
Nov 5, 2009
Vehicles affected
88,461
Owners notified
Feb 22, 2010

The problem

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2008 jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured from june 2006 through july 2008, equipped with automatic transmissions. These vehicles were not equipped with a transmission fluid temperature warning system.

The risk

Fluid could boil over and may come into contact with a hot engine or exhaust component and cause a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and install a "hotoil" message in the instrument cluster and a chime indicating an elevated transmission fluid condition. The recall began on february 22, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

Notes

Chrysler recall no. J30.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER LLC
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number09V436000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jeep Wrangler2007, 2008All 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 09V-436?

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2008 jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured from june 2006 through july 2008, equipped with automatic transmissions. These vehicles were not equipped with a transmission fluid temperature warning system.

How is recall 09V-436 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and install a "hotoil" message in the instrument cluster and a chime indicating an elevated transmission fluid condition. The recall began on february 22, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

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.