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2008 Jeep Commander

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot may have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.

Corrective Action

this would increase the vehicle's stopping distance and could cause a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the front brake calipers to see if they fall into this lot and, if so, will replace them free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2008 Jeep Commander

Component

Electrical System

Consequence of Defect

chrysler is recalling 1,338 my 2008 jeep grand cherokee and commander vehicles. the front control module may have been incorrectly manufactured.

Corrective Action

this could cause the engine to stall while driving or not to start and/or cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative. engine stalling or inoperative wipers could cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the module and replace it if necessary. the recall began on february 18, 2008. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2008 Jeep Commander

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Consequence of Defect

chrysler is recalling 1,338 my 2008 jeep grand cherokee and commander vehicles. the front control module may have been incorrectly manufactured.

Corrective Action

this could cause the engine to stall while driving or not to start and/or cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative. engine stalling or inoperative wipers could cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the module and replace it if necessary. the recall began on february 18, 2008. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Jeep Commander

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

on certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

Corrective Action

this could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control unit. the recall began on february 19, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Jeep Commander

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot may have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.

Corrective Action

this would increase the vehicle's stopping distance and could cause a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the front brake calipers to see if they fall into this lot and, if so, will replace them free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Jeep Commander

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the abs electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.

Corrective Action

this could cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2007. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2006 Jeep Commander

Component

Seat Belts:Rear

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the integrated retractor bracket edge on the third row seat may contact the seat belt during certain operating conditions causing damage to the belt webbing.

Corrective Action

in the event of a crash, the seat belt may not properly restrain the third row occupant which can increase the risk of injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the third row seat belts for damage and replace any damaged belts. in addition, an injected molded cover will be added to the retractor bracket on both third row seating positions to prevent future damage from belt contact with the retractor bracket. the recall began on march 13, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2006 Jeep Commander

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the abs electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.

Corrective Action

this could cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2007. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.