1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1999 Jeep Grand 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.

• 02V104000Apr 8, 20021,115,322 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
  Covers: Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999–2002, Wrangler 2000–2002, Cherokee 2000–2001

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: This could result in a vehicle fire.

  Remedy: 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…

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• 01V119000Apr 11, 2001161,682 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Retractor
  Covers: Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999, Dodge Caravan 1999, Chrysler LHS 1999 +6 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.

  Possible consequence: If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began august 20, 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.

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• 00V034000Feb 4, 2000204,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts
  Covers: Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999–2000, Chrysler LHS 1999–2000, 300M 1999–2000 +2 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.

  Possible consequence: The affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.

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• 98V276000Nov 4, 199813,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Rear/other
  Covers: Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear outboard seat belt retractor spring can disengage from the rewind mechanism, disabling the retractor function, and preventing the belt from fitting snugly around the occupant.

  Possible consequence: In the event of a crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace these retractors.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA12005Crash Related Fuel Tank FiresClosed · Jun 12, 2012
• PE10031Crash Related Fuel Tank FiresClosed · Aug 23, 2010
• DP09005Fuel Storage System Crash Related FiresClosed · Nov 6, 2009
• EA01017Roll-away in reverse when parkedClosed · Nov 1, 2001
• PE01021Inadvertent rollaway in reverse parkClosed · Jun 28, 2001

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