1986 Jeep Cherokee Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1986 Jeep Cherokee. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 88V106000Jul 1, 19881,600 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic
  Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1985–1987, Wagoneer 1985–1987, Comanche 1985–1987

  Reported issue: Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.

  Possible consequence: This would result in loss of power brake assist and anincrease in stopping distance.

  Remedy: Replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.

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• 86V159000Dec 9, 19866,958 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Linkages
  Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1986–1987, Wagoneer 1986–1987, Comanche 1986–1987

  Reported issue: Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. Consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.

  Remedy: Replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers.

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• 86V146000Nov 7, 19864,928 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control › Cables
  Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1986, Wagoneer 1986, Comanche 1986

  Reported issue: Accelerator cable bushing could disconnect from the accelerator lever assembly. Consequence of defect: this could result in loss of engine control with engine returning to idle.

  Remedy: Replace accelerator pedal bracket and lever assemblies.

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• 85V139000Oct 29, 198514,643 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1986, Wagoneer 1986, Comanche 1986

  Reported issue: Jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled. Consequence of defect: if the fuel line becomes disconnected, spills gasoline and an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion may occur.

  Remedy: Reconnect fuel line fitting, as required.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE89151Safety belt retractorClosed · Aug 11, 1989
• EA88005Elec. Rear windowClosed · Oct 23, 1987
• PE88001Fires caused by cltch lkClosed · Oct 23, 1987

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