Chrysler Grand Cherokee, Jeep Recall R/2006/185: Engine May Overheat, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 15 Dec 2006
- Launched
- 1,499
- vehicles in the UK
- F25
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chrysler recalled Grand Cherokee, Jeep vehicles built between 1 January 1999 and 31 December 2003. The cooling fan blades may fracture and separate from the fan which will in certain circumstances allow the engine to overheat. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the fan assembly. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The cooling fan blades may fracture and separate from the fan which will in certain circumstances allow the engine to overheat.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY OVERHEAT Defect: The cooling fan blades may fracture and separate from the fan which will in certain circumstances allow the engine to overheat. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fan assembly.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: engine may overheat.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the fan assembly.
Are You Affected?
Grand Cherokee, Jeep built between 1 January 1999 and 31 December 2003 may be included. Chrysler estimates 1,499 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 campaign code F25 or the DVSA reference R/2006/185. 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 | |
| Grand CherokeeFire may occur | Urgent | R/2009/134 | |
| JeepRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2007/088 | |
| 300, Caliber, Grand Cherokee, WranglerRear brakes may lock | Urgent | R/2007/042 | |
| JeepBall joints may fail | Book soon | R/2006/187 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chrysler recall launched before it was R/2006/151 on 15 Dec 2006, for exhaust emissions may be incorrect. The one launched after it was R/2006/188 on 15 Dec 2006, for concern that seatbelt will not secure childseat. You can also see every Chrysler recall, all recalls launched in 2006 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/185, launched 15 December 2006. 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.