Recall 97V-194: 1997 Jeep Cherokee, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 7, 1997, covering about 360,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The fuel tank mounted fuel level sending unit accuracy can degrade over time, indicating significantly more fuel in reserve than is actually present.
The risk
Owners may not be aware that their vehicle is low on fuel increasing the risk of a vehicle crash if the vehicle stops due to no fuel.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit.
Notes
Chrysler will mail owner notifications in 3 phases.the first phase will begin june 16, 1998. 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 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V194000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 97V-194?
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The fuel tank mounted fuel level sending unit accuracy can degrade over time, indicating significantly more fuel in reserve than is actually present.
How is recall 97V-194 fixed?
Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit.
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.