The electric cooling fan in your vehicle is like a big, spinning shield that helps keep your engine cool. Over time, its plastic blades could break off and fly out, posing a hazard to anyone nearby.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens while you're working under the hood, you or someone nearby could get hit by the flying blade and get hurt.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the entire cooling fan module with a new, safer one — at no cost to you. Just schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PLASTIC BLADES OF THE ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN COOLING FAN MAY SEPARATE AND PENETRATE THE SHROUD.
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IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE HOOD IS OPEN, A PERSON IN THE VICINITY OF THE ENGINE COULD BE STRUCK BY THE BLADE AND INJURED.
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DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC COOLING FAN MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
The brake master cylinder is a crucial part that helps control your vehicle's brakes. In some aftermarket brake master cylinders, an internal seal can become brittle in very cold temperatures, causing brake fluid to leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seal fails, brake fluid could leak, reducing your stopping power and increasing the distance it takes to stop. This could lead to a vehicle crash, especially on slippery or steep roads.
Free Fix
Your brake master cylinder will be replaced with a new, reliable one, completely free of charge. Your dealer will take care of the repair when you bring your vehicle in.
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CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
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LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
The fuel pump in your vehicle is a crucial part that sends gasoline to the engine. The connectors that control the pump are made of plastic and can break down over time, creating a path for fuel to leak out.
Risk if Unfixed
If a fuel leak happens near an ignition source, like the engine or spark plugs, it could cause a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your fuel pump will be replaced by Airtex, at no cost to you. Your dealer or Airtex will contact you to schedule the replacement. When you get the notice, be sure to follow up to get this important fix done.
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CERTAIN AFTERMARKET AIRTEX ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN 1997-2004 JEEP WRANGLER; 1997-2001 JEEP CHEROKEE; 1997-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE; AND 2000-2003 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES. THE PLASTIC ELECTRICAL GROMMET CONNECTORS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH AUTOMOTIVE FUELS AND MAY DEGRADE CAUSING A POTENTIAL LEAK PATH FOR FUEL.
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IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRTEX CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-880-3056.
The intake and exhaust manifolds in your vehicle are like two tubes that direct air and exhaust gases to your engine. In some 4.0L engine models, debris can get stuck in one of these tubes, near the #3 cylinder.
Risk if Unfixed
If debris accumulates, it could cause a vehicle fire while you're driving, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will install a shield on the manifolds to prevent debris from accumulating, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible and contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403 if they don't get it done within a reasonable time.
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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.
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THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
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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 A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
The fuel tank in your SUV has a vent tube that helps release pressure. In some vehicles, the weld that holds this tube in place might be weak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the weld fails, the vent tube could come loose, causing a fuel leak. If there's an ignition source nearby, like a spark, this leak could lead to a fire.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect your fuel tank and replace it if it was built during the suspect period. This service is free of charge, and you should schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
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VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH FUEL TANKS WITH SUSPECT VENT TUBE WELDS.
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SEPARATION OF THE VENT TUBE WELD COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY FUEL TANKS BUILT IN THE SUSPECT TIME PERIOD. THE VEHICLE WILL BE INSPECTED AND IF THE BAR CODE ON THE FUEL TANK INDICATES THAT THE TANK WAS BUILT DURING THE SUSPECT PERIOD, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
The steering gear box in your vehicle helps you turn the wheels. In some cases, the internal parts of this system weren't properly heat-treated, making them softer than they should be.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your steering gear could start sticking, binding, or even seize, making it hard to turn the wheels. This could make it harder to control your vehicle, especially at low speeds.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the steering gear with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice to avoid any issues with your steering.
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VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. SOME STEERING GEAR UNITS WERE ASSEMBLED WITH INTERNAL END-OF-TRAVEL-STOPS THAT MISSED THE HEAT TREAT PROCESS, RESULTING IN SOFT INTERNAL TRAVEL STOPS.
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THIS COULD RESULT IN STICKING, BINDING, OR SEIZING OF THE STEERING GEAR.
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DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR ON INVOLVED VEHICLES.
The part in question is the small bolt that holds the seatbelt's adjustable shoulder strap in place. It was made incorrectly, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle is in a severe crash, the faulty bolt could fail, which might not keep your seatbelt in place. This could lead to serious injury to you or your passengers.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty bolt with a new one at no charge to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SEAT BELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) TOP MOUNTING BOLT WAS INADEQUATELY MANUFACTURED.
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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.
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DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHOULDER BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER MOUNTING BOLTS.
The air bag in your passenger seat is designed to inflate in a crash to protect you. However, in some affected vehicles, the air bag's inflator charge is incorrect, which could reduce its effectiveness.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a severe crash, the air bag might not deploy properly or might not work as well as it should, which could leave you more vulnerable to injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the air bag module with a new one that has the correct inflator charge, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATOR ASSEMBLY CONTAINS AN INCORRECT INFLATOR CHARGE AMOUNT.
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THIS CONDITION COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A PASSENGER OCCUPANT INJURY UNDER CERTAIN ACCIDENT CONDITIONS.
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DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG MODULE WITH A CORRECT MODULE.
The combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies on your vehicle's headlight system don't have the required amber side reflectors, which are like little markers that help other drivers see the outline of your vehicle at night.
Risk if Unfixed
Without these reflectors, your vehicle's visibility at night could be reduced, making it more likely that you'll be involved in a crash.
Free Fix
Dope, Inc. will give you a full refund for the non-compliant headlamps, and you should contact them at 1-626-272-1798 to arrange for the refund.
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DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
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DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
The corner and bumper lamp assemblies on your vehicle are the lights that attach to the front and rear of your car to make it visible to other drivers. Some of these lights don't have the required amber side reflectors, which could make your vehicle harder to see at night.
Risk if Unfixed
If your lights aren't visible at night, other drivers might not see you, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will offer a full refund for the non-compliant lamp assemblies, so you won't need to worry about paying for any repairs. You should contact Sabersport at 1-909-598-7589 to initiate the refund process.
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SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
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DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
The combination lamps on your vehicle are the lights on the side of your car that alert other drivers when you're turning or signaling. Some replacement lamps sold for your vehicle might not have the required amber side reflectors, which are important for visibility on the road.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber side reflectors, other drivers might have trouble seeing your signals, which could lead to a crash, especially at night or in low-visibility conditions.
Free Fix
Your combination lamp will be replaced with a new one that meets the safety standards, and it will be done at no cost to you. You'll be contacted by the manufacturer when the replacement is available, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the notice.
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CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
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LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
Your headlight assembly is a crucial safety feature that helps other drivers see you on the road. Unfortunately, some replacement headlight assemblies may be missing a small but important part called an amber reflector, which helps with visibility.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber reflector, your vehicle's headlamps won't be as visible to other drivers, especially in low-light conditions. This increases the risk of a crash, especially at night or in foggy conditions.
Free Fix
Anzo will replace your headlight assembly with a new one that includes the amber reflector, free of charge. Your dealer will take care of this repair, and you won't have to pay a thing.
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CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
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WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
