Recall - Parking Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement: Overview
September 2002Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall No. B01
Park Brake Pedal Assembly
1990-1995 (YJ) Jeep(R) Wrangler
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer used vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the DIAL VIP System.
Subject
The park brake on about 317,000 of the above vehicles may self-release without warning, allowing unintended vehicle movement. Unintended movement of the vehicle could injure those in and/or near the vehicle or cause an accident without warning.
Repair
The park brake pedal assembly must be replaced.
NOTE:
This recall does NOT include replacement of any base service brake components (brake shoes and linings, drums, wheel cylinders, etc.). If base service brake repairs are required, the additional associated costs are the owner's responsibility.
Parts Information
A. Park Brake Pedal Assembly
Each dealer to whom vehicles in the recall were invoiced will receive enough Park Brake Pedal Assemblies to service about 5% of those vehicles.
B. Park Brake Pedal Assembly Reinforcement Bracket Package
C. Park Brake Light Switch Wiring Adapter
NOTE:
Only 1990 model year vehicles require the park brake light switch wiring adapter.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DIAL System. Claims submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use the labor operation number and any appropriate related operations as necessary. Related operations must be included in the same condition as the primary repair labor operation.
Add the cost of the recall parts package(s) plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
Parts Return
Initially, all park brake cables are required to be returned to the Warranty Material Return Center. When an adequate number of returned parts have been accumulated, Parts Return Documents will no longer be generated and parts are to be discarded.
NOTE:
See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing and Material Return Sections, for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Dealer Notification and Vehicle List
All dealers will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter by first class mail. Two additional copies will be sent through the DCMMS, and the MDS2 will be updated to include this recall in the near future. Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced will receive a list of their involved vehicles.
The vehicle list is arranged in Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. Owners known to DaimlerChrysler are also listed. The lists are for dealer reference in arranging for service of involved vehicles.
DIAL System Functions 53 and VIP
All involved vehicles have been entered to DIAL System Functions 53 and VIP for dealer inquiry as needed.
Function 53 provides involved dealers with an updated VIN list of their incomplete vehicles. The customer name, address and phone number are listed if known. Completed vehicles are removed from Function 53 within several days of repair claim submission. To use this system, type "53" at the "ENTER FUNCTION" prompt, then type "ORDBO3".
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to DaimlerChrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for this service with their dealers. A copy of the owner letter is included.
Enclosed with each owner letter is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form for owner or dealer reference as needed.
Vehicle Not Available
If a vehicle is not available for service, let us know by filling out the pre-addressed Owner Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
DaimlerChrysler Corporation
CIMS 482-00-85
800 Chrysler Drive Last
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2757
Additional Information
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Zone Service Office.
Customer Services Field Operations
DaimlerChrysler Corporation