NHTSA Recall 06V197000: Seat heater/cooler (seats)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 111,687 vehicles. It affects 2003–2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V197000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F17 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
| Report received | June 7, 2006 |
| Owner notification | July 24, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with heated seats, the front passenger seat electric heater element could overheat.
Safety risk
Overheating could potentially cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the heated seat elements. The recall began on july 24, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. F17.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.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V197000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.