The problem
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The fuel tank mounted fuel level sending unit accuracy can degrade over time, indicating significantly more fuel in reserve than is actually present.
The risk
Owners May not be aware that their vehicle is low on fuel increasing the risk of a vehicle crash if the vehicle stops due to no fuel.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-194 (97V194000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | November 7, 1997 |
| Owners notified | June 16, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 360,000 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-194 repair free?
Yes. Jeep dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 360,000 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.