The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Some steering gear units were assembled with internal end-of-travel-stops that missed the heat treat process, resulting in soft internal travel stops.
The risk
This could result in sticking, binding, or seizing of the steering gear.
The fix
Dealers will replace the steering gear on involved vehicles.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-312 (99V312000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 854 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion) |
| Report date | November 4, 1999 |
| Owners notified | December 20, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,259 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-312 repair free?
Yes. Jeep dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the steering gear on involved vehicles.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,259 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.