Canada - Recall - G40 Reprogram Electronic Brake Control Module
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Issue Date
2007-11-06
IMPORTANT
DEALER SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY RECALL G40 REPROGRAM ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE
MODELS:
2006 - 2007 (WK) Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee (XK) Jeep(R) Commander
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a model 245 two speed transfer case (sales code DHX).
2006 - 2007 (WK) Jeep(R) GRAND CHEROKEE SRT8
2007 (KA) Dodge Nitro (4x4)
(JK) Jeep(R) Wrangler (4x4)
^ The software programmed into the Electronic Brake Control (EBC) module on about 30,500 of the above vehicles may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions. This could increase the vehicle's stopping distance and cause a crash without warning.
^ To correct this condition, the EBC module must be reprogrammed (flashed).
Recall and Parts Information
Canadian Recall Service Instructions and Part Numbers can be different. Always use the attached Canadian Recall Notification for service instructions and parts information.
This Canadian Recall Notification can also be found in DealerCONNECT - See below:
DealerCONNECT > Service > In the Repair section TechCONNECT > 30 - CANADIAN RECALLS
The V.I.N. range for vehicles involved in this campaign is as follows:
1J8HG582X6C100267 - 1J4HR48N86C369383
1J8HR78317C503585 - 1J8HG58297C702658
1J4FA54147L100337 - 1J4FA541X7L232275
1D8GU58K17W500361 - 1D8GU58687W739392
DEALER VIN LISTS Located in DealerCONNECT - Global Recall System (GRS)
GRS has been developed to provide dealers with an up-to-date list of involved vehicles by recall number and by dealer code. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. Involved vehicles will be removed from the GRS within several days of submitting repair claims.
To use the GRS in DealerCONNECT, you first need to click on the Service tab and then in the Repair section click on Global Recall System. Your dealer's VIN list for each Recall can be sorted by: Unsold Vehicles (at the time of Recall launch), Phone Number, City Name, Zip Code (Postal Code) or VIN.
Dealer Information
Owner Letter