Recall 02V075000: 2001–2002 Jeep Wrangler
- Report received
- Mar 8, 2002
- Manufacturer
- Daimlerchrysler corporation
- Potentially affected
- 95,000vehicles
- Model years
- 2001–2002
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
On certain sport utility vehicles, water and impurities can enter into the ignition switch, causing a short circuit.
Possible consequence
This could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch with a redesigned switch. Owner notification began april 8, 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 1-800-853-1403.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2001 Jeep Wrangler170 complaints
- 2002 Jeep Wrangler108 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.