This could allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Parking Brake — Conventional

Date Announced
FEB 07, 2002
Vehicles Affected
316,148
Jeep Recall #
B03
NHTSA Campaign #
02V041000
Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.
Actions
Dealers will install a parking brake assembly with a stronger pawl return spring. Owner notificaton began September 30, 2002. 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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