Jeep Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) Recall 01V007000

The problem

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. An internal nut in the steering gear assembly could loosen and cause the steering gear to lock up.

The risk

This could reduce steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly. Owner notification began december 27, 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 1-800-853-1403.

Contacts

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Jeep dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 01V007000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee	1,111	10	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee

1,111

Questions

Is the 01V007000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 01V007000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 01V007000 announced?

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported it to NHTSA on January 5, 2001. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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