NHTSA Campaign Number
06V197000
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Reported to NHTSA: July 6, 2006
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HEATED SEATS, THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENT COULD OVERHEAT.
Safety Consequence
OVERHEATING COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEATED SEAT ELEMENTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 24, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Affected Vehicles (2)
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee |
| 2004 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee |
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This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 06V197000. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA. Contact your dealer or call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.