This could reduce steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Steering — Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Date Announced
JAN 05, 2001
Vehicles Affected
636
Jeep Recall #
965
NHTSA Campaign #
01V007000
Summary
Vehicle description: Sport utility vehicles. An internal nut in the steering gear assembly could loosen and cause the steering gear to lock up.
Actions
Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly. Owner notification began December 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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