| Issue ID | 144005 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 835052 |
| Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | WRANGLER |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| File date | 20/11/98 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Ron ford reports that the steering makes a loud noise and vehicle goes straight ahead when trying to make a turn, vehicle would not turn. Dealer contacted, and no attempts made to remedy the problem. Accident occurred while vehicle was trying to make a turn, hit a boulder, at 35-40 mph, air bag did not deploy upon impact. No repairs have been made. Problems still exist. Provided further information. *ak |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | PEORIA, IL |
| VIN pattern | REFUSEDXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | Y |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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