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2007 Jeep Wrangler
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"U.S. Probes Jeep Wranglers
By TERRY KOSDROSKY
DETROIT -- U.S. safety regulators opened a preliminary investigation into the Chrysler Group's 2007 Jeep Wrangler after receiving complaints of engine stall at highway speed.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that it has received 53 complaints and that a majority of those drivers said they experienced stalling on more than one occasion. In 12 cases, drivers complained of losing electrical power and lighting at the same time as the vehicles stalled.
No accidents or fatalities were reported, a report summary on the agency's Web site said.
Chrysler spokesman Max Gates said the auto maker is launching its own probe, searching internal records and warranty claims.
The company also will test vehicles to see if the condition involved in the complaints can be replicated. "We're really in the early stages," he said.
The 2007 Jeep Wrangler is one of the hottest sellers in Chrysler's lineup. Sales are up 85% to 54,699 on the year through the end of May, and the model was redesigned for 2007. May sales of the Wrangler more than doubled to 12,332 from the previous year.
The fact that NHTSA opened a probe into a hot-selling model isn't a primary concern, Mr. Gates said. "I think we have to get into this a little further. If there's an issue, we'll have to get it resolved as soon as possible," he said.
The Chrysler Group is the U.S. unit of DaimlerChrysler AG, which plans to sell the unit to private-equity firm Cerberus Capital Management LP.
Write to Terry Kosdrosky at terry.kosdrosky@dowjones.com "
I smell a contest brewing.
2007 Jeep Wrangler: Top Drop Time
Looking for any advice.
-Paul
First the announced sale of Chrysler by Mercedes. If this happened, where would the diesels come from?
Now it is rumored that Mercedes is only selling Chrysler, NOT Jeep.
Also several deisels mules have been recently spotted in Alaska.
Stay tuned for more drama.
http://blogs.edmunds.com/Straightline/!discloc=.ee98936&nopopup=1&cat=Jeep
Still, at least the visit to the dealers should be quick and painless!
2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara: Recalls
Nice pic with the story too:
I have the satalite radio (without the nav system).
THE SOFT TOP IS ALREADY TORN AND I AM UNHAPPY ABOUT THAT....BUT FROM WHAT I HAVE READ IT LOOKS LIKE A ROLL OF BLACK DUCT TAPE MAY BE IN ORDER AND OH WELL LIFE IS STILL GOOD!link title
What I am wondering is if anyone knows how well the Unlimited will ACTUALLY tow 3,500 lbs? Our Fleetwood Pop up weighs exactly 3,500 prior to any sleeping bags, etc. Am I just wishfully thinking that the Unlimited can indeed tow it's max plus a bit more - especially in Washington State where there are definite uphill grades???? Any insight and or recommendations would be more than appreciated.
Jeep Service Dept. says Yes - but, I am still a bit weary - but so love the Unlimited. Just have to know if it is possible and not going to be totally problamatic to the engine, etc.
Thanks!
I keep being assured that there is in fact a diesel coming; but who knows at this point. My deposit is still at the dealer.
I am interested in buying a 2007 or 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara. I test drove one last weekend and was pleasantly surprised. I followed up with research to find out that they have had stalling problems due to software glitches.
I believe it became a recall that affected several Jeep models. Have any of you experienced this problem? and do you know if the software updates performed by Jeep fixed the problem?
Are there any other issues that I should know? This would be my first Jeep. I'm looking at a hard-top 2 wheel drive. Live in Houston so no need for 4 wheel drive (It will actually be the wife's car so I want to make sure it's safe)
Thanks in advance!
Second: The one huge flaw I find in the front seats is the headrests. They force your head and neck forward into an uncomfortable position. I tried raising the headrest, but it only forced my head further toward my chest. [Yes, you can recline the seat more, but that is further than one's natural reclining position, which only makes for an unnatural driving position with either your arms too far from the wheel or your feet too close to the pedals if you push the seat forward.] The question? When I tried to lower the headrest, I couldn't budge it. What is the trick to lowering the headrest after you've raised it?
I like the new Jeep a lot, but that god-awful headrest may be a deal-killer.
One benefit of corporate america--I can get a 1% below INVOICE plus incentives, on any Jeep of my choice. I am looking for a family recreational vehicle, so when my babies grow up we can do some offroading/camping. I plan to have this Jeep until it dies.
I am torn on the extra step to the Rubicon however. Yes I know its a "out the door, into the mountain" design. But in all real world experiences 90% of its life will be a city commuter, and I do not look forward to trodding the interstates in a fully-capable mountain climber. The ride on the tires alone would be painful....which brings me to the more "highway friendly" Sahara.
I have been looking into the Sahara, with the front sway bar disconnect, along with the Freedom Top and Nav system.
PLEASE: Anyone--can you give a real world "driving" experience with your Jeep Unlimited Sahara/Rubicon. Handling, gas mileage, love/hates...etc. Does anyone know if Jeep will come out with a supercharger for this underpower engine?
I have narrowed it down to the Jeep Wrangler, and the Toyota Tacoma 4Door (wow--that is a beautiful truck, great power, great ride.)
I have to say BRAVO for the LIFETIME POWERTRAIN WARRANTY-- that is the Icing on the cake.
**I was also looking at the commander, but they don't make a MANUAL TRANSMISSION!!
I could get nearly $7000 off Invoice--they are trying to give those away!
this is what I found. YOu can click on their links and see the recalls on the 2007 Wranglers.
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/results.cfm
Make : JEEP Model : WRANGLER Year : 2007
Manufacturer : DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V493000 Mfr's Report Date : DEC 22, 2006
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 50665
Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE REAR BRAKES TO LOCK UP DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
DAIMLERCHRYSLER RECALL NO. F50. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Make : JEEP Model : WRANGLER Year : 2007
Manufacturer : DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 07V291000 Mfr's Report Date : JUL 03, 2007
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 80894
Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM) WAS PROGRAMMED WITH SOFTWARE THAT MAY ALLOW THE ENGINE TO STALL UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Consequence:
THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TIPM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 5, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
DAIMLERCHRYSLER RECALL NO. G25. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
I have seen this problem in most new modle Jeeps, Toyotas, many GMs as well. It is really a pain not able to set up right. Auto manufacutres really need to add a tilt feature to the headrest.
The X can be equipped with Front Sway Bar Disconnect, and the Rear Locker.
But the Sahara is void of these options. Now....I would THINK that if you "stepped up" to the Sahara that the Front Sway Bar and rear locker would be available....but I cannot find these options on any '08 Build site....
So...are they considered "standard" and unlisted....or do you simply have to buy the X.
It would be stupid of Jeep to not offer these "off road" upgrades on the sahara. But either they are trying to sell more Xs, or they don't want to cut into the Rubicon market.
Any thoughts?
Have just bought an Australian delivered JK Wrangler Sport Auto and also have a TJ Wrangler took the JK out for the first time on the highway and sure enough a very intrusive whistling noise and also at times a louder wind roar sound that was intermittant?? It was actually worse than the TJ at the same highway speed ie over 80km/hour.
Did u find any satisfactory explanation and is there a fix?
Do Jeep in the USA admit that this is a design problem with this JK Sport series??
Any assistance appreciated?
Aussie JK
Anybody else have the same experience?
Happy offroadin'
Chief
I recently went to a Jeep Jamboree and put stainless steel running boards on my Jeep Sahara Unlimited and had NO issues at all. You would think that Chrysler would just install the steel running boards in the first place. Between the running boards cracking, the hardtop leaking...I'm starting to wonder what I got myself into. I've owned many Jeeps in the past and I thought this one would be the perfect Jeep. I love the ride. I'm getting 20 MPG all day long and 22 MPG on the long trips. I plug my Ipod into my radio and have awesome tunes..but, Chrysler is sure slipping on their warranty issues.