Transmission overheating / fire
Defect Summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2008 jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured from june 2006 through july 2008, equipped with automatic transmissions. these vehicles were not equipped with a transmission fluid temperature warning system.
Safety Consequence
Fluid could boil over and may come into contact with a hot engine or exhaust component and cause a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and install a "hotoil" message in the instrument cluster and a chime indicating an elevated transmission fluid condition. the recall began on february 22, 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 09V436000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V436000?
NHTSA recall 09V436000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on November 5, 2009. It addresses: Transmission overheating / fire. The recall affects approximately 88,461 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V436000 or the manufacturer campaign number J30. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.