Jeep Tj Recalls

The Jeep TJ has 7 recalls spanning the 1997–2006 production run, with the most serious being a 2001 model year ignition switch that can develop an internal electrical fault after water exposure, completing a circuit and starting a fire.

The other severity-5 recall affects 2006 models equipped with the 6-speed manual transmission, where the hydraulic clutch master cylinder linkage rod can break and prevent the clutch from disengaging when the pedal is pressed, which can cause unintended vehicle movement, longer stopping distances, and sudden engine stall.

On the occupant protection side, 2001 models have a separate frontal crash recall where the airbags may not adequately limit chest compression in a direct frontal impact. The 1997 model year has two restraint-related recalls: the airbag control module software can delay deployment in certain crashes, increasing injury risk to front-seat occupants, and the driver's airbag clock spring wiring can break when the steering wheel is turned to full lock while the suspension is articulated, disabling the airbag and also cutting out the horn and cruise control. Going back to 1998, the front seatbelt shoulder anchor loops may have missed a hardening step during production and can fail to hold in a crash. On 1999 models, instrument panel ground screws can loosen over time, causing the gauges to stop working when the headlights are on or the defroster blower to stop functioning.