1990 Jeep Wrangler Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1990 Jeep Wrangler. 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.

• 02V041000Feb 7, 2002316,148 vehicles potentially affected
  Parking brake › Conventional
  Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1990–1995

  Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.

  Possible consequence: This could allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a parking brake assembly with a stronger pawl return spring. Owner notificaton began september 30, 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…

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• 98V005000Jan 12, 1998293,369 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
  Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1990–1991, Eagle Premier 1988–1991, Dodge Monaco 1990–1991 +4 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the…

  Possible consequence: The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.

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• 94V106000Jun 9, 1994230,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
  Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1987–1994

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with plastic fuel tanks. The fuel tank sending unit gasket can crack causing fuel and fuel vapor leaks.

  Possible consequence: Fuel and fuel vapor leaked from the fuel tank can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.

  Remedy: Replace the fuel tank sending unit gasket.

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• 92V148000Oct 14, 1992280,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1987–1992

  Reported issue: On 1987 through early 1990 models, both front brake hoses can wear due to direct contact with the wheel opening splash shields. On the late 1990 through 1992 models, periodic rubbing contact of the left front brake hose can occur due to movement of the splash shield in certain vehicle operating conditions.

  Possible consequence: Either condition can cause loss of front brake systemfunctions, resulting in increased stopping distances and an increased risk ofvehicle accident.

  Remedy: The 1987 to 1990 model vehicles will have both splash shields replaced and both front brake hoses replaced as necessary. All affected late 1990 through 1992 model year vehicles will have additional fasteners installed to further secure the left side splash shield. Also, the left front brake hose will be inspected and…

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NHTSA investigations

• RQ97016FUEL LEAKAGEClosed · Oct 27, 1997
• PE95020Seat back failureClosed · Mar 27, 1995
• EA94031Seat belt buckle failureClosed · Aug 30, 1994
• PE94037Seat belt buckle failureClosed · Apr 26, 1994
• EA93031Sending unit gasket failsClosed · Dec 15, 1993
• EA93025Driveshaft/univ.joint failClosed · Oct 29, 1993
• PE93080Sending unit gasket failsClosed · Sep 22, 1993
• EA92014Fuel tank/exhaust interferClosed · May 22, 1992
• PE92016Fuel tank/exhaust interferClosed · Feb 5, 1992

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