Recall 79V070000: 1979 Jeep CJ5 and 1 other model
- Report received
- Mar 14, 1979
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler corporation
- Potentially affected
- 1,174vehicles
- Model years
- 1979
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
Certain vehicles may have an incorrect gasket between the transmission and the transfer case. An incorrect gasket may interfere with the normal flow of lubricant. This condition could cause the transmission to become damaged and inoperative.
Remedy
The gasket between the transmission and the transfer case will be replaced, if necessary.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1979 Jeep CJ51 complaints
- 1979 Jeep CJ70 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.