Lemon Law Center

vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. the front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.

Corrective Action

the reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.

1990 Jeep Comanche

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Consequence of Defect

malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.

Corrective Action

high engine idle when car is first placed in gear couldresult in unexpected acceleration.

Recall Notes

replace throttle position sensors with sensors that would send correct signals to the fuel injection system.

1990 Jeep Comanche

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

the reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.

1989 Jeep Comanche

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Consequence of Defect

malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.

Corrective Action

high engine idle when car is first placed in gear couldresult in unexpected acceleration.

Recall Notes

replace throttle position sensors with sensors that would send correct signals to the fuel injection system.

1987 Jeep Comanche

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body.

Corrective Action

this could prevent the accelerator from returning toidle when released.

Recall Notes

replace suspect throttle bodies.

1987 Jeep Comanche

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation.

Corrective Action

inconsistent cruise control operation could result inloss of control and an accident.

Recall Notes

replace module, as necessary.

1987 Jeep Comanche

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

a stud may have been installed on top of the intake manifold of engine that could contact the fuel supply hose. consequence of defect: chafing of the fuel hose could occur which could result in a fuel leak.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

remove stud and replace fuel supply hose and line assembly on vehicles with accumulated mileage.

1987 Jeep Comanche

Component

Steering:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers.

1987 Jeep Comanche

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic

Consequence of Defect

brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.

Corrective Action

this would result in loss of power brake assist and anincrease in stopping distance.

Recall Notes

replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.

1986 Jeep Comanche

Component

Parking Brake

Consequence of Defect

park brake assembly pawl may be improperly hardened. consequence of defect: pawl could yield under load resulting in loss of parking brakes.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace park brake assemblies.

1986 Jeep Comanche

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

accelerator cable bushing could disconnect from the accelerator lever assembly. consequence of defect: this could result in loss of engine control with engine returning to idle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace accelerator pedal bracket and lever assemblies.

1986 Jeep Comanche

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

gross weight ratings and tire pressures information on the certification label are incorrect, these do not comply to federal regulation part 567. consequence of defect: this information is necessary so that the truck owner is informed of its load capacity and the correct tire pressures for safe operation of the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replacement labels with correct information will be mailed to owners.

1986 Jeep Comanche

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled. consequence of defect: if the fuel line becomes disconnected, spills gasoline and an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion may occur.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

reconnect fuel line fitting, as required.

1986 Jeep Comanche

Component

Steering:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers.

1986 Jeep Comanche

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic

Consequence of Defect

brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.

Corrective Action

this would result in loss of power brake assist and anincrease in stopping distance.

Recall Notes

replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.

1985 Jeep Comanche

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic

Consequence of Defect

brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.

Corrective Action

this would result in loss of power brake assist and anincrease in stopping distance.

Recall Notes

replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.