Date: 14.09.2007
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Antilock > Control Unit/module
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the abs electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.
Consequencs:
This could cause a crash without warning.
Notes:
Dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2007. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Date: 06.11.2009
Component: Visibility > Windshield Wiper/washer
Manufacturer: Chrysler Llc
Description:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge nitro passenger vehicles. the windshield wiper system may experience a condition over time where high usage of the variable pause wiper function ("delay" mode) may eventually affect primary wiper function, rendering the wiper system inoperable.
Consequencs:
Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the totally integrated power module software to control the wiper functions. the safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.
Date: 03.07.2007
Component: Electrical System
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
On certain vehicles, the totally integrated power module (tipm) was programmed with software that may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.
Consequencs:
This could cause a crash without warning.
Notes:
Dealers will reprogram the tipm. the recall began on july 5, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Date: 03.04.2013
Component: Power Train > Driveline > Driveshaft
Manufacturer: Chrysler Group Llc
Description:
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 dodge nitro 4x2 vehicles manufactured march 21, 2006, through march 1, 2008; and 2008 jeep liberty 4x2 vehicles manufactured february 15, 2007, through march 1, 2008. the transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Consequencs:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 29, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n10.
Date: 03.04.2013
Component: Air Bags
Manufacturer: Chrysler Group Llc
Description:
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 dodge nitro 4x2 vehicles manufactured march 21, 2006, through march 1, 2008; and 2008 jeep liberty 4x2 vehicles manufactured february 15, 2007, through march 1, 2008. the transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Consequencs:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 29, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n10.
Date: 03.04.2013
Component: Structure
Manufacturer: Chrysler Group Llc
Description:
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 dodge nitro 4x2 vehicles manufactured march 21, 2006, through march 1, 2008; and 2008 jeep liberty 4x2 vehicles manufactured february 15, 2007, through march 1, 2008. the transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Consequencs:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 29, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n10.
Date: 03.04.2013
Component: Power Train > Driveline > Driveshaft
Manufacturer: Chrysler Group Llc
Description:
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 dodge nitro 4x2 vehicles manufactured march 21, 2006, through march 1, 2008; and 2008 jeep liberty 4x2 vehicles manufactured february 15, 2007, through march 1, 2008. the transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Consequencs:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 29, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n10.
Date: 03.04.2013
Component: Air Bags
Manufacturer: Chrysler Group Llc
Description:
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 dodge nitro 4x2 vehicles manufactured march 21, 2006, through march 1, 2008; and 2008 jeep liberty 4x2 vehicles manufactured february 15, 2007, through march 1, 2008. the transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Consequencs:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 29, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n10.
Date: 03.04.2013
Component: Structure
Manufacturer: Chrysler Group Llc
Description:
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 dodge nitro 4x2 vehicles manufactured march 21, 2006, through march 1, 2008; and 2008 jeep liberty 4x2 vehicles manufactured february 15, 2007, through march 1, 2008. the transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Consequencs:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 29, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n10.
