NHTSA Recall 87V178000: Glass, side/rear (visibility)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 180,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 87V178000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
| Report received | November 23, 1987 |
| Owner notification | May 27, 1988 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.
Safety risk
Window could close on a child or others resulting inpersonal injury.
Remedy
Owners should not leave key in tailgate of unattended vehicle. Repair mechanism to assure proper key return operation.
Notes
System: tailgate windowvehicle description: multipurpose vehicles equipped with a power tailgatewindow.
Vehicles covered by recall 87V178000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee | 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983 |
| Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 |
| Jeep Wagoneer | 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983 |
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.