The problem
These vehicles may have bolts in the steering system that were not properly tightened.
The fix
The adjusting tube clamp bolt and the steering gear attaching bolt torque will be tested. The bolts will be tightened and the front wheel toe setting adjusted if necessary and at no cost to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles.System: steering; bolts.Consequences of defect: continued operation may result in a loss of vehiclecontrol and a possible accident.Note: the defect may be detected by signs such as the steering wheel being inan off-centered position when driving straight, limited left turn ability,looseness or noise discovered while steering, or misalignment of the frontwheels.
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 84V028000.
- 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.