NHTSA safety recalls
2006 Jeep Wrangler Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2006 Jeep Wrangler — 3 of them relate to power train. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
Is your car one of them?
These campaigns cover the 2006 Jeep Wrangler as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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15V222000Power Train · Clutch Assembly · Pedal/hand Lever(motorcycle)
If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
The riskIf the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix — freeChrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
What was foundChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
15V222000 at NHTSA06V147000Power Train · Clutch Assembly
Unintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distance, and engine stalling could occur which could result in a crash.
The riskUnintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distance, and engine stalling could occur which could result in a crash.
The fix — freeDealers will replace the clutch master cylinder linkage rod free of charge. The recall began on august 7, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What was foundOn certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions, the hydraulic clutch master cylinder linkage rod may break. This may not allow disengagement of the clutch when the pedal is depressed.
06V147000 at NHTSA05V460000Power Train · Automatic Transmission
If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
The riskIf this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
The fix — freeDealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What was foundOn certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42RLE automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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