Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E022000 | BRAKE PARTS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 7440 | 03/20/2006 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 03/13/2006 | 03/13/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain 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 Summary | Loss 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 Summary | Affinia (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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This 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
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||||
| 0500106A | 09/23/2006 | 0500106A | 10020494 | Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum. *kb | 10/27/2006 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| 0500301 | 04/20/2001 | 619506 | A 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. *tt | 06/04/2001 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||||
| 0500305 | 03/09/2006 | 0500106 | 10019632 | Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum. *tt | 04/12/2006 |
| 0500204 | 06/21/2005 | 0500305 | 10005996 | Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum. *tt | 04/05/2004 |
| 0500102A | 09/23/2002 | 0500102 | 630800 | Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum. *yd this bulletin supersedes 05-001-02 dated march 4, 2002. *tt | 04/24/2002 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM | |||||
| 0500101 | 02/09/2001 | 051099 | 619122 | On some vehicles, while driving through deep or blowing snow / water, the snow / water may enter the rear brake drums causing rust to develop on the rear brake drum and shoe friction surfaces. this condition can lead to temporary freezi | 05/15/2001 |
| 051099 | 01/31/2000 | 6089711 | Information regarding snow / water entering the rear brake drums. *tt | 02/24/2000 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 09/05/1999 | 5 | 09/01/1999 | |
| Anti lock brake pumpcomes on and brake went to floor car took much longer to stop was traveling at very slow speed.and 2nd inicident slowing from aprox 20mph for stop sign car went through intersection without soping returned car to dealer for repairs dealer reported that chrysler is having problem with abs made recomended repairs but brakes failed again on way home from dealer. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||
| 2 | |||
| The speed sensor has failed twice in the past three months, consumer states when this fails, the vehicle can not be driven above 45 mph. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 10/21/2011 | 101749 | ||
| The front flex brake lines on our dodge caravan apparently leaked brake fluid without warning, causing loss of most of braking power. fortunately, the vehicle was not being driven at speed when the failure occurred. i now understand that corrosion between the flex part of the line and the metal tube part is common in the 1996 - 2000 year chrysler minivans. total cost to replace those lines was $630. | |||
| 01/04/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Brake lines rusted out | |||
| 08/04/2006 | 58000 | 1 | 07/20/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the brake pedal went all the way to the floor, and the stopping distance was extended. the vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, where it was determined that there was a brake fluid leak. there was a nhtsa recall # 06e022000, pertaining to the hydraulic service brakes. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. | |||
| 1 | |||
| When depressing the brakes at any speed the van would start bucking or jumping. the dealer indicated that a speed sensor needed to be replaced. please provide any further information. *nlm | |||
| Vehicle experienced an electrical defect. while raining interior lights failed. also, there was a brake problem. while traveling 30-35 mph brakes were applied, pedal went straight to the floor, and vehicle hit another vehicle in front. insurance co. had vehicle towed so that they could inspect the defect.*ak | |||
| Air bag light illuminated/ problems with clockspring. consumer had no horn and need her brakes repaired as well. *mr ph | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 03/23/2005 | 201936 | 1 | 08/10/1993 |
| While driving at 40 mph consumer applied brakes and had no brakes. consumer pulled to side of the road and applied emergency brakes to stop vehicle. consumer had vehicle towed to dealer.*ak | |||
| 12/06/2004 | 1 | ||
| While traveling about 45 mph another vehicle suddenly stopped on the highway consumer applied the brakes but pedal went to the floor. consumer avoided the other vehicle by skidding into a ditch. upon impact, both frontal air bags did not deploy. driver sustained head and back injuries,but refused to go to the doctor for medical attention. vehicle was towed to consumer's residence.*ak | |||
| 02/14/2003 | 1 | ||
| When the brakes were applied, the pedal traveled to the floor, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. *jb | |||
| 02/15/2002 | |||
| While driving at 35 mph brakes locked up and vehicle started to pull to right.consumer found it difficult to control vehicle. contacted dealer.*ak | |||
| 05/25/2001 | 05/29/2000 | ||
| Whenever trying to put vehicle into gear vehicle will, without notice, accelerate even while conusmer has foot on the brake. ak interlock system was never installed on vehicle, consumer states he can move the gear lever at any time. *slc | |||
| 05/06/2001 | 06/01/1999 | ||
| With no warning and in normal driving conditions, the vehicle will not stop while applying braking pressure. braking failure occurs without warning and only allows for about a 20% braking function even when applying full pressure to the brake pedal. no codes are stored (as per the dealer) and after an incident, the brake will function normally. dealer has looked the the brake system twice and claims there is no problem. however the loss of braking function occurs randomly. dealer refuses to replace any parts because no codes have been saved in the computer. *ak | |||
| 03/03/2000 | 5 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Pedal went to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. dealer replaced master cylinder and calipers. however, problem was not resolved. *ak | |||
| 09/01/2000 | |||
| Brakes do not work properly; brakes at first were jumping, then brakes were wearing out. contacted dealer, and dealer has changed brake pads. but, problem still occurs. *ak | |||
| While having vehicle serviced noticed that left brake pads were out. please provide further information.*ak | |||
| 03/01/2001 | |||
| Front rotors were warping due to excessive wear, and causing problem with braking properly or delayed stopping. dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a manufacturer's recall, and vehicle wasout of its warranty. any repairs would be at consumer's cost. feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 6 | ||
| Brakes shutter and vibrate. consumer has to put foot almost to the floor to stop the vehicle, took to dealer and they replaced rotors and pads. they have been replaced 3 different times. currently, rotors need to be replaced again. vehicle had been in 6 times for brakes. *ak | |||
| 05/21/2000 | |||
| Front brakes are wearing excessively. also, rear brakes are not adjusted properly. dealer / manufacturer notified. feel free to provide further details. *ak | |||
| 08/30/1999 | 1 | 02/01/1999 | |
| Noise present from front brakes, found that left front caliper was dragging and ruined brake pad and rotor. they replaced caliper, rotor, and front brake pads. second complaint in nov. 99 heard growling noise coming from brakes, took it to dodge said all was fine. in february i had to take van back to dodge because brakes were making noise, they replaced brakes and resurfaced rotors. said we had to get them checked every 9,000 miles. this replacement was done on feb 3, 00. today march 2, i have a noise coming from the brakes while driving slowly. will stop by dodge tomorrow 3/4. *ak | |||
| While driving under wet conditions and when applying the brakes, wheels locked up and the vehicle slid into another vehicle. dealer has not seen vehicle. *ak | |||
| 08/28/1999 | |||
| Vehicle was involved in a rear end accident due to brake failure. when brakes were applied, vehicle continued to move. also, brake pedal was hard. can nhtsa help in this matter. *ak | |||
| 01/20/1999 | 2 | ||
| While backing vehicle up, right rear brakes locked up. black streaks on driveway (1/5/99). emergency brakes were not used. had contacted dealer (1/20/99), pickard dodge 530 e. cumberland pathway corbin ky 40701). wanted old car back, was charging $8,900. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| When passing through a channel of water going in a direction serpentine belt came off. owner had to force wheel to keep from colliding with a fence. also, brakes became inoperative once water had settled in. please describe details. *ak | |||
| 11/10/2000 | 1 | 09/25/2000 | |
| While stopping at a red light the brakes failed, the vehicle proceeded through the red light and struck another vehicle, driver sustained left leg injuries and the driver of the other vehicle sustained collar bone injuries. nlm | |||
| 07/13/1999 | 8 | ||
| Consumer states that engine makes loud noise and it idles erratically, vehicle has stalled while travelling 60 mph, on one occasion, dealer found that a piston had failed, however problem still exist. brakes squealed, dealer cleaned and sanded pads and rotors. vehicle shook at speeds above 70 mph, dealer balanced and rotated tires. consumer smelled strong odors through the ventilation system. passenger side sliding door inoperable. alternator belt came apart. accelerator rattles. vehicle experiences deceleration. carpet buckles. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 04/01/2000 | |||
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 05/01/1999 | |||
| Consumer was traveling 60- 70mph and vehicle started shimmying when brakes were applied. dealer changed rotors/shaved/ rotor/ change pads, and aligned vehicle. all 4 things were done to rectify problem, no remedy.*ak | |||
| 06/01/1999 | |||
| Took vehicle 5 times to dealer . when applying brakes at 55-60 mph they pulsate, braking distance normal. *ak | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 6 | ||
| Brakes shutter and vibrate. consumer has to put foot almost to the floor to stop the vehicle, took to dealer and they replaced rotors and pads. they have been replaced 3 different times. currently, rotors need to be replaced again. vehicle had been in 6 times for brakes. *ak | |||
| 06/29/2000 | 2 | 02/01/1999 | |
| Vechicle purchased in feb. of 1999, rotors & pads were changed in aug 1999, 21000 miles later both rotors & pads need to be changed again.*ak | |||
| 05/21/2000 | |||
| Front brakes are wearing excessively. also, rear brakes are not adjusted properly. dealer / manufacturer notified. feel free to provide further details. *ak | |||
| 08/30/1999 | 1 | 02/01/1999 | |
| Noise present from front brakes, found that left front caliper was dragging and ruined brake pad and rotor. they replaced caliper, rotor, and front brake pads. second complaint in nov. 99 heard growling noise coming from brakes, took it to dodge said all was fine. in february i had to take van back to dodge because brakes were making noise, they replaced brakes and resurfaced rotors. said we had to get them checked every 9,000 miles. this replacement was done on feb 3, 00. today march 2, i have a noise coming from the brakes while driving slowly. will stop by dodge tomorrow 3/4. *ak | |||
| 04/21/1999 | 4 | 04/01/1999 | |
| From the time that we purchased this vehicle, we have had an on-going problem with the brakes. when we are at a speed of greater than 60mph and begin braking, we have a vibration in the front end. it is afffecting the handling of the vehicle. the first time it was taken to the dealer on 4-20-99-they resurfaced the rotors. on 5-19-99, it went in for the same problem-they replaced the rotors. on 6-15-99, it went in for the same problem-they replaced the rotors, balanced and rotated the tires. on 7-20-99, it went in for the same problem, this time they resurfaced the rotors. as we drove this vehicle home, we discovered that the vehicle still has a vibration in the front end when braking. the service tech that we have dealt with tell us there is nothing wrong with the front end. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 03/03/2000 | 5 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Pedal went to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. dealer replaced master cylinder and calipers. however, problem was not resolved. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 2 | 11/02/1998 | ||
| Rotors became noisy and vibrated, new pads and rotors installed twice. | |||
| 12/02/1999 | 1 | ||
| Brake pads worn and replaced, rotors resurfaced. *jb | |||
| 09/01/2000 | |||
| Brakes do not work properly; brakes at first were jumping, then brakes were wearing out. contacted dealer, and dealer has changed brake pads. but, problem still occurs. *ak | |||
| While having vehicle serviced noticed that left brake pads were out. please provide further information.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 02/10/2003 | 1 | ||
| The rotors corroded, which caused extended stopping distance.*jb | |||
| 10/22/2002 | 24800 | 1 | |
| When applying the brake, the rotors have holes in them causing vehicle to have extend stopping distance. dealer notified. ts consumer has had problems with the vehicle since purchase. after having the rotors repaired, the vehicle stops at a much shorter distance. *jg | |||
| 02/01/2002 | |||
| Brake rotors are warped, and seatbelt retractor will not release. *ak | |||
| 03/01/2001 | |||
| Front rotors were warping due to excessive wear, and causing problem with braking properly or delayed stopping. dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a manufacturer's recall, and vehicle wasout of its warranty. any repairs would be at consumer's cost. feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brake rotors pitted with rust, dealer refuses to replace rotors, dealer turned them instead. *slc | |||
| 08/26/2000 | 1 | 12/22/1998 | |
| Front brake rotors have rusted through, causing the brakes to fail. rotors have been replaced. *ak rear brake drums also are rusting. the rust that is dislodged is fouling the self-adjuster mechanisms, and manual adjustment of the rear brakes is peridically needed. *yh | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 11/22/2004 | 130000 | 2 | |
| Rear brake system failed prematurely, causing extended stopping distance. dealership was unable to resolve the problem. *ak | |||
| 08/26/2000 | 1 | 12/22/1998 | |
| Front brake rotors have rusted through, causing the brakes to fail. rotors have been replaced. *ak rear brake drums also are rusting. the rust that is dislodged is fouling the self-adjuster mechanisms, and manual adjustment of the rear brakes is peridically needed. *yh | |||
| 05/21/2000 | |||
| Front brakes are wearing excessively. also, rear brakes are not adjusted properly. dealer / manufacturer notified. feel free to provide further details. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/26/2006 | 97239 | 1 | 03/03/1999 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 mph, the brakes failed without warning. the contact was able to depress the brake pedal all the way to the floor. it was coasted to a stop, and the emergency brake was applied. the vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, where all the steel brake lines were replaced due to the brake lines leaking because of extreme rust. updated 12/12/06. *jb | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Ltr re 1999 dodge caravan , plymouth voyager, and chrysler min-vans defective metal brake lines, request a defect investigation, s10/cmbk-051208-005. *ts all of the corrosion occurred next to the welded stainless steel flex segment. *nm | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Consumer experienced a brake line burst in 1999 dodge caravan. *ts the brake line in the consumer's van was welded with dissimilar metals which caused corrosion. all of the corrosion occurred next to the welded stainless steel flew segment. the consumer contacted the manufacturer but the provided to assistance. *nm | |||
| 05/20/2005 | 1 | 08/30/1999 | |
| Dt: consumer drove down a driveway to park vehicle. the next time he was in the car he had to back out of the driveway to a road where it was flat and the brake pedal went right to the floor. he drove home from there using the emergency brake. consumer thought it may be lacking brake fluid, which he replaced, and did not help. the next morning the consumer took the vehicle to his mechanic, thinking he had air in his line. the mechanic informed the consumer that brake line broke. the brake line for each rear wheel come out of the anti-locking device , it became a flexible line that was welded to a steel line. at the weld was where the brake line broke. *ak the parts to replace the brake lines were not available when the vehicle was taken to the dealer. *nm *jb *tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 09/15/2002 | 1 | 09/13/2002 | |
| Consumer states while driving and no warning the master brake cylinder began leaking fluid causing extended stopping distance. dealer notified. nlmjlg | |||
| 03/03/2000 | 5 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Pedal went to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. dealer replaced master cylinder and calipers. however, problem was not resolved. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 10/06/2006 | 105000 | 1 | 05/01/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while depressing the brakes at 20 mph on a city street, the pedal went all the way down to the floorboard which created an increased stopping distance. upon further investigation, the brake lines were extremely corroded and leaked brake fluid. the vehicle was towed home where the contact replaced the brake lines. the vehicle had not been exposed to excessive road salts or harsh winter weather. the manufacturer was alerted. updated 10/30/2006 -rear brake line failure due to stainless steel braid/steel line corrosion. *nm | |||