NHTSA Campaign Number
06V199000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Reported to NHTSA: August 6, 2006
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PLASTIC BLADES OF THE ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN COOLING FAN MAY SEPARATE AND PENETRATE THE SHROUD.
Safety Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE HOOD IS OPEN, A PERSON IN THE VICINITY OF THE ENGINE COULD BE STRUCK BY THE BLADE AND INJURED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC COOLING FAN MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Affected Vehicles (2)
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee |
| 2002 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee |
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This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 06V199000. 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.