NHTSA Recall 95V172000: Mechanical (parking brake)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 135,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 95V172000 |
|---|---|
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL › MECHANICAL |
| Report received | September 12, 1995 |
| Owner notification | December 11, 1995 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The parking brake handle release button can separate from the parking brake handle assembly, causing the parking brake to be inoperative.
Safety risk
The parking brake may not hold causing the vehicle to roll inadvertently.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the parking brake handle assembly.
Notes
System: emergency parking brake; mechanical; release.vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 95V172000
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.