NHTSA Recall 88V155000
NHTSA Campaign Id 88V155000; Date: Sep. 29, 1988
This can cause dislocation and binding of the wipersystem linkage which, in inclement weather, could affect driver visibility andresult in an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1987 Jeep Wrangler; 1988 Jeep Wrangler
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 75,000
Recall Summary:
Windshield frame metal may crack at the wiper arm pivot mountings due to metal stress during wiper operation.
How to Fix:
Retrofit with a windshield frame reinforcement at the wiper pivot locations and redesigned linkage components to reduce stress at the pivot mountings.
Recall Notes:
System: visual; windshield frame and wiper linkage. Vehicle description: multi purpose vehicles. Note: this recall is continued in NHTSA recall 93v150000. The manufacturerbegan including a windshield frame reinforcement in its vehicle production as ofoctober 13, 1988. 1989 models produced before October 13, 1988 are eligible forthis recall.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 12, 1989
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