The problem
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Drivers can mistakenly step on the accelerator pedal when they intend to step on the brake pedal.
The risk
Pedal misapplication by a driver can cause unintended acceleration.
The fix
Dealers will install a shift interlock on the automatic transmission of these vehicles.
Contacts
Note: chrysler has decided to conduct a safety improvement campaign to install a shift interlock on these vehicles. Owners can contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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 97I002000.
- 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.