The latest recalls are the result of design or assembly process defects.

Chrysler is recalling 600,000 of its Jeep Wrangler SUVs, and Dodge and Chrysler minivans to address potential safety problems involving brake and wiring defects.

The announcement is the latest setback for the struggling automaker, and comes just days after it issued a recall notice for 161,000 Dodge Caliber models to repair a potentially sticky accelerator pedal because of defective parts from CTS, the same supplier of recalled Toyota pedals. (See Chrysler Recalls Dodge Calibers for Sticky Pedals )

The latest defects are the result of improper engineering or assembly.

On model year 2008 and 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans manufactured from February 2007 through September 2009, some of the minivans may have been assembled with an improperly routed wire harness. The lower sliding-door hinge bracket can make contact and wear through the wire insulation. A short circuit in the latch is possible, which in turn could cause a fire. About 285,000 minivans with power sliding doors are affected. No accidents or injuries are reported.

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge as required by law. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s recall campaign number is K14. NHTSA Campaign ID number: 10V235000

Chrysler is also recalling 289,000 models year 2006 through 2010 Jeep Wrangler passenger vehicles manufactured from May 15, 2006 through August 9, 2010. There may be contact between the right and left front inner fender liners and the right front and left rear brake tubes, which could cause wear of the tubes resulting in a brake fluid leak, and therefore a loss of service brakes at the affected wheel.

The company is not aware of any accidents, injuries or property damage related to this defect.

This safety recall is also expected to begin during June 2010. Chrysler’s recall campaign number is K13. NHTSA Campaign ID number: 10V236000.

Owners may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.