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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V252000

2005 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Jeep Liberty | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly

Published June 19, 2013 · Recall initiated: June 19, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V252000, published June 19, 2013. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Jeep Liberty | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly.

What's the hazard

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

What to do

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).

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Recall details

Brand
JEEP
Model
LIBERTY
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Lot
2005 JEEP LIBERTY | 2007 JEEP LIBERTY | 2006 JEEP LIBERTY | 2003 JEEP LIBERTY | 2002 JEEP LIBERTY | 1995 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 1993 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 1994 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 2004 JEEP LIBERTY | 1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 1997 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 1998 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Jeep Liberty | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V252000 on June 19, 2013. Reported hazard: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

What should I do if I have this product?

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: JEEP. Model: LIBERTY.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)