Vehicle recall 85V139000 · October 29, 1985
Jeep Cherokee, Comanche and 1 more model
Jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled. Consequence of defect: if the fuel line becomes disconnected, spills gasoline and an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion may occur.
- Remedy
- Reconnect fuel line fitting, as required.
- Notes
- System: fuel line fitting.vehicle description: jeeps equipped with 4 cylinder t.b.i. Engine.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 85V139000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 29, 1985
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 14,643
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Jeep Cherokee (1986): 1986
- Jeep Comanche (1986): 1986
- Jeep Wagoneer (1986): 1986
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