1998 Jeep Wrangler Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1998 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.

• 98V048000Mar 12, 19982,427 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
  Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1998, Cherokee 1998

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle. The front seat belt shoulder turning loop anchors were not properly heat treated and are not properly hardened.

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

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat shoulder belt turning loop on these vehicles.

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• 98V023000Feb 10, 19988,900 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum
  Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1998, Cherokee 1998, Grand Cherokee 1998

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The power brake booster vacuum reservoir diaphragm can split or tear.

  Possible consequence: This can cause an increase in engine idle speed and a loss of power assist during brake application without prior warning.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake booster date code and any boosters with the suspect manufacturing date range will be replaced.

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