NHTSA recall 02V041000

Parking Brake · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

February 7, 2002report date

316,148units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.

Why it matters: This could allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will install a parking brake assembly with a stronger pawl return spring. Owner notificaton began September 30, 2002.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

1990 Jeep Wrangler, 1991 Jeep Wrangler, 1992 Jeep Wrangler, 1993 Jeep Wrangler, 1994 Jeep Wrangler, 1995 Jeep Wrangler.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V041000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.