Jeep Cherokee, Wrangler Recall R/1998/036: Brake Booster Diaphragm May Split, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Jun 1998
- Launched
- 157
- vehicles in the UK
- R/1998/036
- DVSA reference
Jeep recalled Cherokee, Wrangler vehicles built between 29 October 1997 and 7 November 1997. The brake booster diaphragm on affected vehicles may split or rupture causing a loss of brake power assistance. The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the affected range of vehicles examine the power brake booster and replace if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The brake booster diaphragm on affected vehicles may split or rupture causing a loss of brake power assistance. This can result in increased effort being required at the brake pedal.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKE BOOSTER DIAPHRAGM MAY SPLIT Defect: The brake booster diaphragm on affected vehicles may split or rupture causing a loss of brake power assistance. This can result in increased effort being required at the brake pedal. Remedy: Recall the affected range of vehicles examine the power brake booster and replace if necessary.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause a loss of brake power assistance.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the affected range of vehicles examine the power brake booster and replace if necessary.
Are You Affected?
Cherokee, Wrangler built between 29 October 1997 and 7 November 1997 may be included. Jeep estimates 157 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jeep, 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 Jeep.
- Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/1998/036. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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|---|---|---|---|
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| WranglerPassenger airbag inflator | Urgent | R/2026/135 | |
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| WranglerJeep Wrangler check engine malfunction indicator lamp incorrect operation and warning | Low | R/2026/060 | |
| Grand Cherokee, WranglerJeep Wrangler and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV vehicles. High voltage battery | Urgent | R/2026/029 |
This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/1998/043 on 15 Jun 1998, for front seat shoulder belts adjustable anchors may have inadequate strength. The one launched after it was R/1998/070 on 1 Feb 1999, for inaccurate indication of fuel tank contents. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 1998 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/1998/036, launched 22 June 1998. 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.