NHTSA Recall 96V260000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V260000; Date: Dec. 27, 1996
If this occurs, the abs function would be lose and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking. The instrument panel warning lights will signal system impairment and the base manual brakes will remain functional.
Recalled Vehicles:
1989 Jeep Cherokee; 1990 Jeep Cherokee; 1991 Jeep Cherokee; 1989 Jeep Wagoneer; 1990 Jeep Wagoneer; 1991 Jeep Wagoneer
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 52,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with antilock brake system (abs). The antilock brake system (abs) hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear which could cause pump-motor deterioration.
How to Fix:
Dealers will test the vehicle's abs and repair as necessary. The warranty on all abs components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will be reimbursed for previous abs component repair costs.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began April 24, 1997. 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 Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 24, 1997
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