NHTSA Recall 93V055000
NHTSA Campaign Id 93V055000; Date: Apr. 8, 1993
An unlatched liftgate can open while the vehicle is inmotion, and could result in an occupant falling out.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Component: Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 80,000
Recall Summary:
Grease applied to the liftgate latch rubber bumpers to ease component assembly caused the bumper to swell, interfering with the movement of the liftgate latch pawl. This prevents the liftgate latching when closed and difficult to open when latched.
How to Fix:
Replace the liftgate assembly on affected vehicles.
Recall Notes:
System: structure; lift gate. Vehicle description: utility vehicles; model grand cherokee and grand wagoneer.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 5, 1993
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