NHTSA recall 90V177000
Vehicle Speed Control · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
October 2, 1990report date
165,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.
Why it matters: High engine idle when car is first placed in gear couldresult in unexpected acceleration.
The fix: Replace throttle position sensors with sensors that would send correct signals to the fuel injection system.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1989 Jeep Cherokee, 1990 Jeep Cherokee, 1989 Jeep Comanche, 1990 Jeep Comanche, 1989 Jeep Wagoneer, 1990 Jeep Wagoneer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 90V177000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.