Recall 00V-105: 1997–1999 Jeep Cherokee
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Apr 11, 2000, covering about 395,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Water and/or road salt in the proximity of the air bag control module could lead to corrosion.
The risk
Such corrosion can lead to illumination of the air bag warning light or could allow inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
The fix
Dealers will replace the air bag control module and locate the new module on the top of the transmission tunnel.
Notes
Owner notification began may 15, 2000. 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 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V105000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee | 1997, 1998, 1999 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-105?
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Water and/or road salt in the proximity of the air bag control module could lead to corrosion.
How is recall 00V-105 fixed?
Dealers will replace the air bag control module and locate the new module on the top of the transmission tunnel.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.