Your fuel pump is the part that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. Certain aftermarket fuel pumps installed in your 1997-2004 Jeep Wrangler, 1997-2001 Cherokee, 1997-2004 Grand Cherokee, or 2000-2003 Dakota may have damaged electrical connections that could cause a fuel leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If a fuel leak happens and there's an ignition source nearby, like a spark or flame, it could start a fire.
Free Fix
Airtex will replace the faulty fuel pump with a new one at no cost to you. You should contact Airtex at 1-800-880-3056 to schedule the replacement.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
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 main roads that direct air and exhaust gases to and from your engine. In some 4.0L engine models, small things like leaves or dust can get stuck in one of these roads and start a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, a fire could break out in your engine. This could cause serious damage to your vehicle and potentially harm you or others nearby.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will install a shield in your intake and exhaust manifolds to prevent debris from getting stuck in the wrong place. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Original — Remedy
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The fuel tank brush guard in your vehicle is a protective shield that keeps fuel lines safe. Unfortunately, it might not be strong enough to withstand a severe crash, which could cause a fuel leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If there's a fuel leak near an ignition source, the risk of a fire is very real. This could happen in the event of a severe crash, putting you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will either replace the vulnerable fuel tank brush guard with a more robust skid plate or reinforce the existing one with a bracket, all for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive your recall notice, and if the work isn't completed promptly, contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A FUEL TANK BRUSH GUARD FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE ONBOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR) CONTROL VALVE CAN BECOME DETACHED DURING A CRASH, ALLOWING FUEL LEAKAGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL EITHER REPLACE THE FUEL TANK BRUSH GUARD WITH A SKID PLATE OR REINFORCE THE EXISTING FUEL TANK BRUSH GUARD WITH A REINFORCEMENT BRACKET. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN MARCH 4, 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 inlet check valve is a small part that helps control the flow of gasoline into your fuel tank. It could get stuck in the open position, allowing gas to spill out when you refuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel inlet check valve gets stuck, gasoline could leak out of the filler tube and ignite, causing a fire, which could lead to serious injury or property damage.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect the fuel inlet check valve and replace the fuel tank assembly if it's faulty, all for free. You should contact your dealer to schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE FUEL INLET CHECK VALVE COULD STICK IN THE PARTIALLY OPEN POSITION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE FUEL TO SPILL OUT OF THE FILLER TUBE DURING REFUELING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL INLET CHECK VALVE. VEHICLES FOUND TO HAVE A STICKING FUEL INLET CHECK VALVE WILL HAVE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 24, 2001. 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.