Passenger car - JEEP Wrangler
Passenger car - JEEP Wrangler was recalled on 19 March 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0517/10. Fire risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of fire because the transmission fluid on the affected vehicles may overheat under certain driving conditions.
| Alert Number | 0517/10 |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited (type JK) (recall campaign J30) |
| Published | 19 March 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because the transmission fluid on the affected vehicles may overheat under certain driving conditions. Continuous operation under these conditions may cause the transmission fluid to boil over and come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components. This could cause an underhood fire without warning.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. <a href="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2010-w11/2010-w11_37-vins.pdf">See attached list of VIN numbers</a><img src="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/pdf.gif"/>.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car - JEEP Wrangler.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.