| Issue ID | 1198609 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10733425 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | WRANGLER SAHARA |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 19/04/15 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While driving on the highway, a loud knocking sound began to come from my engine compartment. As i slowed to exit (at the next interchange) the 3. 8l v6 engine had a bearing seize and threw a rod out the bottom of the engine block. From the research that i have done this is not an isolated incident for chrysler. There have been many reports of this engine failing even with impeccable maintenance. I received no indications or warnings prior to the engine blowing. Just as i slowed down the oil pressure indicator light illuminated but at that point it was too late. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 104000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ST AUGUSTINE, FL |
| VIN pattern | 1J4GA59197LXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| 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 |
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| Vehicle speed | 78 |
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