The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The left side and right side instrument panel wiring ground attachment screws could loosen over time.
The risk
If the left side screw loosens, the instrument panel gauges May not function when the headlamps are turned on. If the right side screw loosens, the defroster blower motor May not function.
The fix
Dealers will remove the ground screws, drill a new pilot hole adjacent to the original hole, and the screws will be reinstalled in the new holes.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-117 (99V117000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 830 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Unknown or other |
| Report date | May 6, 1999 |
| Owners notified | May 31, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,989 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the other / not specified
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-117 repair free?
Yes. Jeep dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will remove the ground screws, drill a new pilot hole adjacent to the original hole, and the screws will be reinstalled in the new holes.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,989 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.