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US recalls (3)
Power train: clutch assembly, pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Power train: clutch assembly
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER LINKAGE ROD MAY BREAK. THIS MAY NOT ALLOW DISENGAGEMENT OF THE CLUTCH WHEN THE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
Risk and remedy
Risk: UNINTENTIONAL VEHICLE MOVEMENT, INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND ENGINE STALLING COULD OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER LINKAGE ROD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Power train: automatic transmission
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 42RLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE CUP PLUG THAT RETAINS THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT MAY BE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. IF THE SHAFT MOVES OUT OF POSITION, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 'PARK' POSITION.
Risk and remedy
Risk: IF THIS OCCURS AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSIONS AND INSTALL A BRACKET TO ENSURE THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT IS RETAINED IN THE PROPER POSITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Canadian recalls (1)
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Electrical
2015-04-16 · campaign 2015-163
On certain vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, a defect in the clutch interlock switch could allow the starter to engage without depressing the clutch pedal. If recommended starting procedures are not followed, this could cause unintended vehicle movement, which could result in injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the clutch interlock switch.
Owner complaints (730)
Owners filed 730 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ (7 crashes, 7 fires, 24 injuries reported). Among 41 model years of this model, it ranks #7 for the most complaints (median 312).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 355 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 118 | |
| Steering | 86 | |
| Suspension | 72 | |
| Power train | 57 | |
| Electrical system | 26 | |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 21 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 20 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR. | – | – | – | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Wrangler/TJ 4WD 2.4 L Manual 6-spd | 16 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Wrangler/TJ 4WD 4.0 L Automatic 4-spd | 13 | 16 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Wrangler/TJ 4WD 4.0 L Manual 6-spd | 13 | 17 | 15 | $4,450 |
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