| Issue ID | 611359 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10175153 |
| Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | GRAND CHEROKEE |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| File date | 07/09/06 |
| Component | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Automatic climate control system failure leads to loss of windshield defroster. System failure is caused by failure of the blend doors to respond to user input. System failure results in loss of airflow through windshield defrost/defog vents. Operation of vehicle during inclement weather and system failure will result in decreased visibility through front windshield which could contribute to collision, loss of vehicle control, etc... No manual override of automatic system is possible. Repair requires removal of complete dash to remove and replace blend door assemblies. *nm |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 4 |
| Number of Occurences | 2 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | NANJEMOY, MD |
| VIN pattern | 1J8GW68J44CXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 19/08/03 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Drive train type | AWD |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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