Chrysler Grand Cherokee, Neon, Wrangler Recall R/1997/059: Inadvertant Operation Of Air Bag, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 21 Nov 1997
- Launched
- 567
- vehicles in the UK
- R/1997/059
- DVSA reference
Chrysler recalled Grand Cherokee, Neon, Wrangler vehicles. The air bags on the subject vehicles may inadvertently deploy during a three second period after the ignition key has been turned to the off position. The recall notice describes the fix as: the affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the air bag control module. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The air bags on the subject vehicles may inadvertently deploy during a three second period after the ignition key has been turned to the off position.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: INADVERTANT OPERATION OF AIR BAG Defect: The air bags on the subject vehicles may inadvertently deploy during a three second period after the ignition key has been turned to the off position. Remedy: The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the air bag control module.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: inadvertant operation of air bag.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the air bag control module.
Are You Affected?
Grand Cherokee, Neon, Wrangler may be included. Chrysler estimates 567 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chrysler, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chrysler.
- Book with any franchised Chrysler dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/1997/059. See how to get a Chrysler recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand CherokeeEngine may stall | Urgent | R/2015/064 | |
| Cherokee, Dodge Caliber, Grand Voyager, Jeep Compass and 4 moreSteering column performance during an impact may be compromised | Urgent | R/2011/081 | |
| WranglerBraking efficiency may be affected | Urgent | R/2010/142 | |
| Grand CherokeeFire may occur | Urgent | R/2009/134 | |
| WranglerRear brake pipes could fail resulting in a partial brake system loss | Urgent | R/2008/110 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The one launched after it was R/1998/042 on 27 Jul 1998, for defective roll over valve may result in fuel odour and leaks. You can also see every Chrysler recall, all recalls launched in 1997 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/1997/059, launched 21 November 1997. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.