NHTSA Recall 90V177000: Cruise control (vehicle speed control)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 165,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 90V177000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › CRUISE CONTROL |
| Report received | October 2, 1990 |
| Owner notification | March 14, 1991 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.
Safety risk
High engine idle when car is first placed in gear couldresult in unexpected acceleration.
Remedy
Replace throttle position sensors with sensors that would send correct signals to the fuel injection system.
Notes
System: throttle position sensor.vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles equipped with 4.0 l engine andautomatic transmission.
Vehicles covered by recall 90V177000
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.