NHTSA Investigating Jeep Wrangler
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Jeep Wranglers following reports of a possible fire risk.
According to The Toledo Blade, the NHTSA investigation is focusing on 2007-2008 model year Wranglers with automatic transmissions. The possible Jeep Wrangler defect under investigation could affect as many as 220,000 vehicles. Such investigations can lead to recalls, the Toledo Blade said.
The Jeep Wrangler investigation was prompted by complaints filed by three vehicle owners. The complaints allege that the vehicles’ transmission overheated. One reported smoke that occurred when transmission fluid leaked onto the catalytic converter. Another claimed a fire occurred. No injuries have been reported.
Chrysler, which makes the Jeep Wrangler, said in a statement that it is aware of alleged fires involving Jeep Wranglers that have been reported in China, but has not received any domestic reports. The company said it is cooperating with the NHTSA.
