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Crash Test Data for 2003 Jeep

Jeep Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating
Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat
2003 Grand Cherokee
2003 Liberty
2003 WranglerNot
Tested
Not
Tested
Not
Tested

 

Service Bulletins for 2003 Jeep

2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
Bulletin Number: 01
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION - 3/8" TORQUE CONVERTER DRAIN BACK VALVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0200102
SPECIAL BALL JOINT, ALLOWS ADJUSTMENT TO CASTER AND CAMBER ANGLES. *SLC THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 02-001-02 DATED 06/10/02. ALSO TO INCLUDE 2005 JEEP WRANGLER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0200204
A SQUEAK OR SQUAWK-LIKE SOUND MAY BE PRESENT IN THE FRONT OR REAR SUSPENSION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02014
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) MAY HAVE THE SERVICE INTERVAL FEATURE SET HIGHER THAN 6,000 MILES, ON CERTAIN EARLY 2003 MODELS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 020199
SUSPENSION SQUEAK/SQUAWK - STABILIZER BUSHING. *MJ
Bulletin Number: 02023
4.0L CRANKSHAFT BURR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02026
THE TRANSMISSION MAY OVERHEAT DUE TO A RESTRICTION IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER DRAIN BACK VALVE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02026A
THE TRANSMISSION MAY OVERHEAT DUE TO A RESTRICTION IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER DRAIN BACK VALVE AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0300203
FLUID WEEPAGE PAST REAR AXLE VENT LINE JIGGLE CAP. *TT
Bulletin Number: 05002
NEW WATER PUMP FOR 3.7L ENGINE - NO LONGER COMMON WITH 4.7L. ADVANCED SERVICE INFORMATION #05-002. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0600203
CLUTCH SLIPPING. 2004 CHEROKEE INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 07
RECOMMENDED STEPS TO CONFIRM THE SAFE AND PROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE PARK POSITION ON THE VEHICLE'S AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0800204
INTERMITTENT HORN CHIRP WHEN CUSTOMER ATTEMPTS TO ENTER OR UNLOCK VEHICLE. *MN
Bulletin Number: 0801103
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) FOB ONLY OPERATES AT CLOSE RANGE ON DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801503
INTRUSION ALARM WHEN IN ITS ARMED MODE MAY CAUSE A FALSE ALARM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801505
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
Bulletin Number: 0801603
NEW AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE OPTIMIZED FOR CURRENT AND PRIOR MODEL YEAR USE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0803006
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
Bulletin Number: 0900205
ENGINE OIL WEEPAGE AT THE ENGINE OIL FITLER ADAPTOR HOSE CONNECTION(S). *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900303
4.0L MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900704
IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800203
THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE DUE TO ERRONEOUS DETECTION OF A SMALL LEAK IN THE VEHICLE'S EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800403
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION AND THE TRANSMISSION MAY OPERATE IN ITS DEFAULT MODE OF SECOND GEAR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800403A
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE TRANSMISSION MAY OPERATE IN IT'S DEFAULT MODE OF SECOND GEAR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800503
TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS. *JB
Bulletin Number: 1800503B
TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS/POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800503C
TRANSMISSION SHIFT / SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS / POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800903
TRANSIENT GRUMBLE SOUND OR RATTLE THAT INTERMITTENTLY OCCURS DURING LIFT-THROTTLE OR COAST CONDITION WHILE THE TORQUE CONVERTER IS LOCKED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1802002
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1802503
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0110, FUEL GAUGE STUCK, IMPROVED COLD ENGINE PERFORMANCE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1802503A
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0110, FUEL GAUGE STUCK, IMPROVED COLD ENGINE PERFORMANCE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1803103
4.0L ROUGH ENGINE IDLE AFTER RESTART FOLLOWING A HOT SOAK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1804504
WARM ENGINE ROUGH IDLE. 4.7L. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1900103
POP/TICK SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL AREA. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 1900203
POWER STEERING MOAN OR WHINE-LIKE SOUND WHEN TURNING. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1900504
POP/TRICK/CREAK SOUND IN STEERING COLUMN. *MJ *EH
Bulletin Number: 1900703
STEERING SHUDDER WHEN PERFORMING PARKING LOT MANEUVERS. *PH
Bulletin Number: 2100202
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISION IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LABOR OPERATION TIMES FOR RE TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100503A
DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100603A
TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100703
NEW FASTENERS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE 42RLE TRANSMISSION FLUID WEEPAGE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100803
HIGH SPEED GRUMBLE SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100803A
HIGH SPEED GRUMBLE SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100804
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION -DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1776 SOLENOID SWITCH VALVE LATCHED IN LR POSITION. *MJ THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 21-008-04 DATED JUNE 1, 2004. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100903
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
Bulletin Number: 2100905
MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) ILLUMINATION FOR DTC'S (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES) P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0846, P0871 OR P0841. 2004-2005 JEEP CHEROKEE AND 2005 CHRYSLER 300/MAGNUM *SC
Bulletin Number: 2101505
45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC
Bulletin Number: 2200102
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2200103
TPM SYSTEM PERFORMANCE AFFECTED WHEN LARGE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE CHANGES OCCUR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2300204
FLIP-UP GLASS MAY OPEN AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO VERY WET CONDITIONS. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 2300904
POPPING OR CLICKING-LIKE SOUND IN AREA OF FRONT SEAT FRAME. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301004
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR WATER LEAK. *TT THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 23-010-04 DATED 04-29-04. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301303
OPTIMUM ROOF RACK CROSS BAR POSITION TO PREVENT AIR TURBULENCE CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301503
WIND-LIKE SOUND AT TOP REAR CORNER OF FRONT DOOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2303402
SUBJECT REGARDING OPTIMUM ROOF RACK CROSS BAR POSITION TO PREVENT AIR TURBULENCE CONCERNS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2400104
NEW HVAC SUB-ASSEMBLY REPLACES BLEND OR RECIRC DOOR COMPONENTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2401305
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2500103
DUTY CYCLE PURGE SOLENOID CAUSES A TICKING-LIKE SOUND FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2500203
NEW EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INLET FILTER FOR USE IN SEVERE DEBRIS ENVIRONMENTS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
Bulletin Number: 9002849
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
Bulletin Number: M3511082012
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
Bulletin Number: N47
The aftermarket trailer hitch on about 1,443,000 of the above vehicles may adversely affect the rear structure performance during certain low speed rear collisions. Vehicles equipped with a trailer hitch must be inspected and replaced if r
Bulletin Number: N47062013
New CSN Advanced Communication ? N47062013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a Customer Satisfaction Notification (CSN) on 1999 through 2004 Jeep® Grand Cherokee vehicles. Chrysler intends to inspect and, if necessary, replace after
Bulletin Number: SB-N47
1999-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE REAR STRUCTURE PERFORMANCE MAY BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED DURING CERTAIN LOW SPEED REAR COLLISIONS ON AFTERMARKET TRAILER HITCH *CN
2003 JEEP LAREDO
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
Bulletin Number: 02014
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) MAY HAVE THE SERVICE INTERVAL FEATURE SET HIGHER THAN 6,000 MILES, ON CERTAIN EARLY 2003 MODELS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02024
HARSH SHIFTS DUE TO A STICKING PRESSURE SENSOR TRANSDUCER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03001
COWL PLENUM BODY SEAM MAY LACK SUFFICIENT BODY SEALER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03010
SCORED 3.7L ENGINE CRANKSHAFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0500104
THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A REAR BRAKE MOAN-LIKE SOUND DURING LIGHT OR NO BRAKE APPLICATION PRESSURE. *MN
Bulletin Number: 05002
NEW WATER PUMP FOR 3.7L ENGINE - NO LONGER COMMON WITH 4.7L. ADVANCED SERVICE INFORMATION #05-002. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0500303
REAR DISC BRAKE MOAN-LIKE SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 050304
DOMESTIC FRONT DISC BRAKES PAD KIT AVAILABILITY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0600203
CLUTCH SLIPPING. 2004 CHEROKEE INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0800107
PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION. *KB
Bulletin Number: 0801505
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
Bulletin Number: 0803006
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
Bulletin Number: 0803403
NEW SPARK PLUG FOR 2.4L ENGINE. *MJ
Bulletin Number: 0900704
IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 13-002-14
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 1993-1998, JEEP LIBERTY 2002-2007. SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING THE VEHICLES WITH N45 OR N46 TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY. THE NEW TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN INSTALLED. *LJ
Bulletin Number: 13-002-14
Towing Capacity For Vehicles Modified With N45 Or N46 Trailer-Hitch Assembly This bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the
Bulletin Number: 15
EMISSION RECALL TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY WHICH MAY CAUSE VEHICLE TO EMIT HYDROCARBON (HC) AND CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) LEVELS ABOVE THE ALLOWABLE LIMITS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 16
THE REAR FLIP-UP WINDOW SWITCH MAY BE IMPROPERLY SEALED AND COULD ALLOW WATER TO ENTER INTO THE SWITCH. THIS CAN CAUSE THE FLIP-UP WINDOW TO OPEN UNINTENTIONALLY IF IT IS LEFT UNLOCKED. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION D16. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800503
TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS. *JB
Bulletin Number: 1800503B
TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS/POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1800503C
TRANSMISSION SHIFT / SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS / POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1802002
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1900805
REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC
Bulletin Number: 2100503A
DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100603A
TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100703
NEW FASTENERS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE 42RLE TRANSMISSION FLUID WEEPAGE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100804
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION -DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1776 SOLENOID SWITCH VALVE LATCHED IN LR POSITION. *MJ THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 21-008-04 DATED JUNE 1, 2004. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100905
MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) ILLUMINATION FOR DTC'S (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES) P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0846, P0871 OR P0841. 2004-2005 JEEP CHEROKEE AND 2005 CHRYSLER 300/MAGNUM *SC
Bulletin Number: 2101505
45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC
Bulletin Number: 2200102
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 2300204
FLIP-UP GLASS MAY OPEN AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO VERY WET CONDITIONS. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 2401305
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2500108
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM FREEZES IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES -- INVOLVES INSTALLING REVISED PCV SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *NJ
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
Bulletin Number: 9003192
Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog
Bulletin Number: M3511082012
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
Bulletin Number: N45062013
New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? N45062013 During recent discussions, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (?NHTSA?) and Chrysler Group LLC (?Chrysler?) mutually identified an opportunity to incrementally improve th
2003 JEEP WRANGLER
Bulletin Number: 0200102
SPECIAL BALL JOINT, ALLOWS ADJUSTMENT TO CASTER AND CAMBER ANGLES. *SLC THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 02-001-02 DATED 06/10/02. ALSO TO INCLUDE 2005 JEEP WRANGLER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02011
THIS RAPID RESPONSE STATES THAT 403 SUSPECT VEHICLES MAY HAVE TWO ENGINE ELECTRICAL HARNESS FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTORS THAT MAY BE CONNECTED TO THE WRONG INJECTOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02017A
NV3550 MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE SUSPECT THIRD GEAR WELD. THIS SUPPLEMENT REPLACES 02-017 DATED SEPTEMBER 23, 2002. *TT
Bulletin Number: 02023
4.0L CRANKSHAFT BURR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 03011
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) G-SWITCH HARNESS CONNECTOR MAY BE INCORRECTLY WIRED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0600203
CLUTCH SLIPPING. 2004 CHEROKEE INCLUDED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0801505
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
Bulletin Number: 0802703
CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH MAKES CLICK-LIKE SOUND WHEN CLUTCH PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0803403
NEW SPARK PLUG FOR 2.4L ENGINE. *MJ
Bulletin Number: 0900303
4.0L MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0900704
IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT
Bulletin Number: 0901004
DIRT AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION AT REAR MAIN SEAL. *TT
Bulletin Number: 10023
DOWEL PIN HAS BEEN ADDED TO THE NV241 OUTPUT SHAFT TO MATE WITH A NOTCH ADDED TO THE VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR TONE WHEEL. SERVICE INFORMATION TUNEUPS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 10182004
AFTER INSTALLING THE TRANSMISSION APPLY RTV TO THE ADAPTER SLOT. *EH
Bulletin Number: 1802002
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
Bulletin Number: 1803103
4.0L ROUGH ENGINE IDLE AFTER RESTART FOLLOWING A HOT SOAK. *TT
Bulletin Number: 1900306
STEERING SHIMMY. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100304
NV-241 TRANSFER CASE FLUID SEEPAGE FROM AREA OF REAR OUTPUT SHAFT RETAINER. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100405
TRANSMISSION DELAY ENGAGEMENT. *EH
Bulletin Number: 2100503
DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT *MJ
Bulletin Number: 2100503A
DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100603
TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100603A
TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100703
NEW FASTENERS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE 42RLE TRANSMISSION FLUID WEEPAGE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100804
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION -DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1776 SOLENOID SWITCH VALVE LATCHED IN LR POSITION. *MJ THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 21-008-04 DATED JUNE 1, 2004. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2100903
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
Bulletin Number: 2100905
MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) ILLUMINATION FOR DTC'S (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES) P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0846, P0871 OR P0841. 2004-2005 JEEP CHEROKEE AND 2005 CHRYSLER 300/MAGNUM *SC
Bulletin Number: 2101005
SPARK KNOCK OR POWERTRAIN RATTLE-LIKE SOUND FROM TRANSFER CASE SHIFTER AREA. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2300504
SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2301006
PRIMARY DOOR WEATHERSTRIP WATER LEAK AT A-PILLAR BELT LINE. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2400703
HVAC DRIVE WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CARPET. *TT
Bulletin Number: 2401305
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
2003 JEEP WRANGLER YJ
Bulletin Number: 10182004
AFTER INSTALLING THE TRANSMISSION APPLY RTV TO THE ADAPTER SLOT. *EH
Bulletin Number: 2100405
TRANSMISSION DELAY ENGAGEMENT. *EH
Bulletin Number: 9002519
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
Bulletin Number: 9002849
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
Bulletin Number: 9003192
Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog

 

Recalls for 2003 Jeep

2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER LLC
Manufacture Dates:09/10/2002 - 06/30/2004
Potential Units Affected:103409

Defect Description:

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 103,409 MY 2001-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES WITH HEATED SEATS AND WITH CHRYSLER RECALL NO. 06V-197 COMPLETED (03-04 MY) OR SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS SERVICE REPLACEMENT (01-02 MY). THE FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENTS COULD OVERHEAT.

Consequence:

OVERHEATING COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A FIRE OR INJURY.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:09/10/2002 - 06/30/2004
Potential Units Affected:111687

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HEATED SEATS, THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENT COULD OVERHEAT.

Consequence:

OVERHEATING COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A FIRE.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEATED SEAT ELEMENTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 24, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:02/13/2001 - 05/23/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Manufacture Dates:02/13/2001 - 05/23/2003
Potential Units Affected:752644

Defect Description:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. These parts are not currently available, however, an interim repair is available free of charge that reduces the risk of an inadvertent deployment. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R06.
2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:02/13/2001 - 05/23/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer:Chrysler Group LLC
Manufacture Dates: -
Potential Units Affected:1560000

Defect Description:

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

Consequence:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Action:

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:STRUCTURE
Manufacturer:Chrysler Group LLC
Manufacture Dates: -
Potential Units Affected:1560000

Defect Description:

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

Consequence:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Action:

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Manufacture Dates:01/09/2001 - 03/28/2003
Potential Units Affected:752644

Defect Description:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. These parts are not currently available, however, an interim repair is available free of charge that reduces the risk of an inadvertent deployment. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R06.
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:01/02/2001 - 03/26/2003
Potential Units Affected:336000

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS CAN EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF LUBRICATION THAT CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE.

Consequence:

A BALL JOINT THATHAS SEPARATED FROM THE KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS WITH MODIFIED ASSEMBLIES AND HEAT SHIELDS ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN JANUARY 2, 2001 AND OCTOBER 4, 2002. ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN OCTOBER 5, 2002 AND MARCH 26, 2003, DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES (AND REPLACE THEM AS NECESSARY) AND INSTALL HEAT SHIELDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 15, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Manufacture Dates:03/29/2003 - 07/03/2003
Potential Units Affected:284611

Defect Description:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured March 29, 2003, to July 3, 2003, and 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured May 27, 2003, to May 20, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module and the side impact sensors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R60.
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Manufacturer:DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacture Dates:01/02/2001 - 03/15/2006
Potential Units Affected:826687

Defect Description:

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE CONSTANT TENSION FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS MAY EXPERIENCE CONTAMINATION. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD WITH THIS CONDITION, THE BALL JOINT MAY EVENTUALLY EXPERIENCE WEAR AND LOOSENESS.

Consequence:

WHEN THE DRIVER CONTINUES TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE WITH THIS CONDITION, THE CONTAMINATION CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR AND POSSIBLY SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE CAUSING A LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER LLC
Manufacture Dates:05/01/2002 - 09/30/2002
Potential Units Affected:43489

Defect Description:

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 42,469 MY 2002-2003 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN SALT BELT STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF LUBRICATION WHICH COULD LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION WHILE DRIVING.

Consequence:

FAILURE OF THE BALL JOINT COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Action:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:01/09/2001 - 03/28/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer:CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Manufacture Dates:01/09/2001 - 03/28/2003
Potential Units Affected:744822

Defect Description:

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Consequence:

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Action:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.