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JEEP Recall Check

Checking JEEP Recall Notices When Buying a Used JEEP Car

Purchasing a used JEEP car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by JEEP to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used JEEP car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have JEEP recalls for the models below.

300

300C

Aspen

Challenger

Charger

Cherokee

Chrysler 300

Compass

Compass 1.5l MHEV

Compass PHEV

Compass PHEV and MHEV

Dakota

Dodge Charger and Dodge Magnum.

Durango

Gladiator

Grand Cherokee

Grand Cherokee and Commander

Grand Wagoneer

Jeep Commander

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Jeep: Gladiator

Liberty

Magnum

Patriot

RAM

RAM 2500 Pickup Truck

Renegade

Renegade 1.5l MHEV

Renegade PHEV

Renegade PHEV and MHEV

Several models

Wagoneer

Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer

Wrangler

Wrangler; Dodge: RAM 1500 Pickup Truck

19/05/2017 - Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep
Challenger, Charger, Dakota, Durango, Magnum, RAM, Aspen, 300 , Wrangler

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Check This Car for the following recall:

A fault in the gas generator of the front passenger airbag may cause uncontrolled inflation when the airbag is activated and result in small metal particles being released, which might injure the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: Jeep Wrangler: e4*2001/116*0116*12 Chrysler 300: e11*2001/116*0141*14 Type: DR, DH, D1, DC, DM, DX, HB, HG, JK, J3, J8, LX, LC, LD, LE, L2, ND, VB

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were manufactured between 2004 and 2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

19/05/2017 - Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep
Challenger, Charger, Dakota, Durango, Magnum, RAM, Aspen, 300 , Wrangler

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: Jeep Wrangler: e4*2001/116*0116*12 Chrysler 300: e11*2001/116*0141*14 Type: DR, DH, D1, DC, DM, DX, HB, HG, JK, J3, J8, LX, LC, LD, LE, L2, ND, VB

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were manufactured between 2004 and 2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

19/05/2017 - Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep
Challenger, Charger, Dakota, Durango, Magnum, RAM, Aspen, 300 , Wrangler

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: Jeep Wrangler: e4*2001/116*0116*12 Chrysler 300: e11*2001/116*0141*14 Type: DR, DH, D1, DC, DM, DX, HB, HG, JK, J3, J8, LX, LC, LD, LE, L2, ND, VB

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were manufactured between 2004 and 2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

19/05/2017 - Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep
Challenger, Charger, Dakota, Durango, Magnum, RAM, Aspen, 300 , Wrangler

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: Jeep Wrangler: e4*2001/116*0116*12 Chrysler 300: e11*2001/116*0141*14 Type: DR, DH, D1, DC, DM, DX, HB, HG, JK, J3, J8, LX, LC, LD, LE, L2, ND, VB

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were manufactured between 2004 and 2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

19/05/2017 - Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep
Challenger, Charger, Dakota, Durango, Magnum, RAM, Aspen, 300 , Wrangler

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: Jeep Wrangler: e4*2001/116*0116*12 Chrysler 300: e11*2001/116*0141*14 Type: DR, DH, D1, DC, DM, DX, HB, HG, JK, J3, J8, LX, LC, LD, LE, L2, ND, VB

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were manufactured between 2004 and 2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

19/05/2017 - Jeep
Renegade

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The mixture ratio of the curtain airbag's ignition chemicals is incorrect and in the event of an accident this could prevent deployment of the curtain airbags.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e3*2007/46*0300*08; Type: BU

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were produced between 3 October 2016 and 22 November 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

31/03/2017 - Jeep
Wrangler

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Dirt on the terminal spool of the steering column can lead to the driver airbag failing to be released.

Model Numbers:

Type approval number: e4*2001/116*0116*02 Type: JK

Production Dates:

The vehicles in question were manufactured between 2 March 2006 and 13 August 2010.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

10/02/2017 - Jeep
Cherokee

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The seat fasteners were not tightened to the required torque. In the event of an accident, there could be a greater risk of injury for the occupants.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e4*2007/46*0783*00-07; Type: KL

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were produced between 26 July 2013 and 5 February 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/01/2017 - Jeep
Wrangler

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Check This Car for the following recall:

In the event of a crash, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If the ORC module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pre-tensioners will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

Model years 2016 and 2017

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

25/11/2016 - Jeep
Grand Cherokee

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The protective guards on the wing extensions, which are intended to protect other road users from contact with the rotating wheels and from debris such as stones, dirt, water etc. flung up by the wheels, were not installed during the vehicle’s assembly.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e4*2007/46*0783*00-*07 Type: KL

Production Dates:

The vehicles affected were produced between 4 February 2013 and 17 February 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

25/11/2016 - Jeep
Renegade

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Fixing components in the trailer coupling device are missing. If a trailer is being used, the trailer could become detached while driving.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e3*2007/46*0300*04 Type: BU

Production Dates:

The vehicles affected were produced between 25 August 2014 and 25 June 2016.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

07/10/2016 - Jeep, Dodge
Grand Cherokee, Durango

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Check This Car for the following recall:

A short circuit in the wiring of a lamp installed in the sunvisor may cause a fire.

Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

Vehicles affected were manufactured in 2011 and 2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View