NHTSA recall 03V079000
Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Reported Mar 10, 2003286 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number C12Built Jan 27, 2003 – Jan 29, 2003
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the power steering gear may contain an improperly formed spacer clip, which could dislodge within the steering gear.
The risk
A dislodged clip may cause increased steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the steering gear assemblies. owner notification began on march 12, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.