| Issue ID | 1055810 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10578320 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | WRANGLER 2-DR 4X4 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 01/04/14 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The clockspring on my 2008 left hand drive jeep has broken causing my airbags to no longer function. I have a valid chrysler warranty until 85,000 miles. My jeep is currently being serviced at the dealership to replace the broken clockspring which will cost $563. This part is not covered under my chrysler warranty which makes no sense at all. My warranty covers electrical components but the clock spring falls under "safety" components which are not covered. How safety components are not covered is way beyond me! There was a recall in the 2007 jeep wrangler clockspring and the issues obviously spread to 2008 as well. I cannot afford the $563 so i am putting it on my credit card so i can drive a safe jeep. The fact that jeep is making consumers pay (substantially) for their negligence is completely unfair and thus the reason for this complaint. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 77400 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | FALMOUTH, MA |
| VIN pattern | 1J8FA24198LXXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
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| Vehicle speed | 25 |
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