4
recalls
The AM General DJ5C has 4 recalls covering 44,600 vehicles as reported; model year 1974 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
4
Most for 1974: 3
Units affected
45K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
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Parts recalled
Recalls of the AM General DJ5C by component
- Electrical system1 · 20K units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 149 units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 22K units
- Visibility1 · 2,480 units
AM General DJ5C recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 1978 | AM General DJ5C, DJ5D (1975-1976): Electrical systemNo. 78V147000 | Fire | 19,607 |
| Nov 4, 1974 | AM General DJ5C (1974): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 74V208000 | Other or not stated | 149 |
| Oct 2, 1974 | AM General DJ5C (1973-1974): Vehicle speed controlNo. 74V169000 | Other or not stated | 22,364 |
| Oct 2, 1974 | AM General DJ5C (1974): VisibilityNo. 74V168000 | Other or not stated | 2,480 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1976 AM General DJ5C recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1976 AM General DJ5C. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the AM General DJ5C have?
4 recalls cover the AM General DJ5C, for 44,600 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is electrical system (1 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.