Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
06E022000BRAKE PARTS, INC. E (Equipment)744003/20/2006MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC03/13/200603/13/2006
Defect SummaryCertain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. these brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. when subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.
Consequence SummaryLoss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryAffinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2006. owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket napa, raybestos, ac delco, aimco, carquest, and bendix brake hydraulic master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler or ford vehicles.customers 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.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
0500106A09/23/20060500106A10020494Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum. *kb10/27/2006
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
050040412/03/20040500404A10011941Anti-lock brake rear wheel speed sensor replacement. *tt02/07/2005
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
050030104/20/2001619506A condition may exist where a low frequency howl / moan noise is heard from the rear brake area during low speed and / or low speed turns such as a parking lot maneuver, with no brake pedal pressure applied. *tt06/04/2001
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
050030503/09/2006050010610019632Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum. *tt04/12/2006

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
01/01/200360000402/02/2002
 Although there has not been an accident, there is a certain amount of acceptable replacement time before pads should be changed. i have had to replace these just about every three months. the rotors have been done at the same time. normally i would say that the repair shop was taking advantage of me, but this has been done with more than just a second opinion and a mechanic for a father in law. this is unacceptable and i know im not the only consumer that is in this situation. pads should not be replaced that often especially with most of the mileage coming from highway use rather than city use. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
05/24/2003140001
 When applying brakes vehicle had a jerking movement. brake drums have warped.*ak