Recall 09V-117: 2001–2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee

CHRYSLER LLC recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Apr 9, 2009, covering about 103,409 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-117
Report date
Apr 9, 2009
Vehicles affected
103,409
Owners notified
Nov 23, 2009

The problem

Chrysler is recalling 103,409 my 2001-2004 jeep grand cherokee vehicles with heated seats and with chrysler recall no. 06v-197 completed (03-04 my) or seat heater elements service replacement (01-02 my). The front seat electric heater elements could overheat.

The risk

Overheating could potentially cause a fire or injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front seat heater elements free of charge. The recall began on november 23, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Chrysler recall no. J14.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER LLC
ComponentSeats › Front Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V117000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jeep Grand Cherokee2001, 2002, 2003, 2004All 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 09V-117?

Chrysler is recalling 103,409 my 2001-2004 jeep grand cherokee vehicles with heated seats and with chrysler recall no. 06v-197 completed (03-04 my) or seat heater elements service replacement (01-02 my). The front seat electric heater elements could overheat.

How is recall 09V-117 fixed?

Dealers will replace the front seat heater elements free of charge. The recall began on november 23, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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.