Recall 99V-117: 1999 Jeep Wrangler
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for unknown or other, reported to NHTSA on May 6, 1999, covering about 1,989 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The left side and right side instrument panel wiring ground attachment screws could loosen over time.
The risk
If the left side screw loosens, the instrument panel gauges may not function when the headlamps are turned on. If the right side screw loosens, the defroster blower motor may not function.
The fix
Dealers will remove the ground screws, drill a new pilot hole adjacent to the original hole, and the screws will be reinstalled in the new holes.
Notes
Owner notification began may 31, 1999.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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Unknown or Other |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V117000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeep Wrangler | 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 99V-117?
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The left side and right side instrument panel wiring ground attachment screws could loosen over time.
How is recall 99V-117 fixed?
Dealers will remove the ground screws, drill a new pilot hole adjacent to the original hole, and the screws will be reinstalled in the new holes.
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.