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 | |||||
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| 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 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||||
| 0500106A | 09/23/2006 | 0500106A | 10020494 | Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum. *kb | 10/27/2006 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| 0500404 | 12/03/2004 | 0500404A | 10011941 | Anti-lock brake rear wheel speed sensor replacement. *tt | 02/07/2005 |
| 0500403 | 08/22/2003 | 0500404 | 10003534 | Anti-lock brake rear wheel speed sensor replacement. *tt | 10/23/2003 |
| 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 - DISC - PADS | |||||
| 0500700 | 10/27/2000 | 618858 | Some low mileage vehicles may exhibit a loud squeal sound from the rear disc brakes that is most noticeable when the brakes are lightly applied at lower speeds. *tt | 05/03/2001 | |
| 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 |
| 0500402 | 08/19/2002 | 635672 | Subject regarding rear brake cyclic rubbing sound from rear of vehicle during medium to light brake application on vehicles with rear drum brakes. *tt | 10/30/2002 | |
| 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 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 06/15/2003 | 56000 | ||
| The air conditioner went out all of the sudden while driving down the highway. we were told the compressor was out and something about the air conditioner clutch. the cost was 1100.00 the brakes have gone out twice in an matter of 6 months. | |||
| 03/20/2003 | 1 | ||
| When the brakes were applied, the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance. *jb | |||
| 10/15/2002 | 54000 | 6 | |
| The consumer stated, while driving, the driver was unable to turn left the steering wheel-which had locked up, almost causing an accident. dealer contacted. mr the consumer states that the steering pump was replaced by the dealer, but the problem is not solved. still unable to turn left-not until the vehicle is warm. the consumer is dissatisfied with the vehicle and adds that the window motors were replaced(unsure if problem), the brakes done 3 times, along with numerous steering problems. scc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 09/20/2004 | 83000 | 3 | 08/01/2002 |
| The vehicle had an on-going problem when applying the brakes. the pedal goes to the floor and pulsated. this resulted in extended stopping distance. the dealership indicated to the consumer that the problem was the master cylinder, but no parts available at that time. the consumer was too nervous to drive the vehicle. *ak there was no prior warning and or the brake light did not indicate that there was a problem. *sc | |||
| 03/21/2002 | 3 | 06/01/2001 | |
| When driving on wet or snow roads, brakes failed to hold when applied.*ak. consumer stated the brakes failed again on march 28,2002 at 35mph, the dealer noticed a slight vibration and also stated that possibly abs engaging and consumer was not aware.*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 07/13/2004 | 50000 | 4 | |
| While applying the brakes there was a clanking noise. the brake pads/calipers, and rotors were replaced. *ak the noise problem was on going and was only present upon the application of the brake from low speed, but currently it only happens from low speed, but present at almost every brake application. two separate mechanics stated that they could not identify the problem. the noise was a combination of clanking and grinding. *sc *jb | |||
| 03/21/2002 | 3 | 06/01/2001 | |
| When driving on wet or snow roads, brakes failed to hold when applied.*ak. consumer stated the brakes failed again on march 28,2002 at 35mph, the dealer noticed a slight vibration and also stated that possibly abs engaging and consumer was not aware.*jb | |||
| 1 | |||
| The right front brake locked up while driving causing the vehicle to turn 90 degrees to the right. nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 04/03/2001 | 5 | 01/01/2001 | |
| Landmark dodge realigned the front end and replaced both calipers during a three month timespan. this did not eleminate the problem. i contacted the manufacture, and was asked to take the vehicle to champion crysler for a second opinion. i did this. they told me that the alignment was way out of specfications for this vehicle and they reset it to sepcs. i then was asked to test the vehicle to see if they had made a change. i did this. while testing the vehicle a large ford pickup pulled out in front of my wife. she hit the brakes and the wheels locked and our vehicle made a 90 degree right turn without her even turning the steering wheel. at this point i returned the vehicle to champion crysler and refused to drive it any longer. my family's safety is more important to me than to let them ride in this defective vehicle. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 03/25/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving 65 mph, a clicking noise was heard from the rear of the vehicle. when the driver applied the brakes the noise stopped. while accelerating the noise continued. the driver drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the consumer, both rear calipers needed to be replaced due to cracks. please fill in additional information. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 12/14/2004 | 60000 | 3 | 10/22/2001 |
| Driving in normal winter conditions, less than 2 inches of snow, not less than 20 degrees in weather, my antilock brakes froze up, causing me to spin out. luckily i did not hit anything or crash. $800 worth of damage, brake lining froze to drum. had to replace brake pads, drums, wheel bearings in both rear wheels. *ak | |||
| 09/11/2001 | 04/01/2001 | ||
| Cooling fans sometimes (mostly in cool weather) run continously . fans come on when coming to a stop.i brought the van in to the dealer to have it checked and the service manager said there wasn't any thing wrong. my front brake pads wore out at 10,000 miles on 9/11/2001. brake pads were again replaced on 12/26/2001 with appr. 16,000 miles on my speedometer. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 07/11/2003 | 18000 | 2 | 06/11/2001 |
| Brake pulsation: at 9k miles front rotors were replaced by dealer, at 18k miles pulsation returned. while brakes are pulsating braking performance is degraded. i took the vehicle to the dealer at 18,470 miles and they said it is safe to drive. they gave me the vehicle to drive without repairing it.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||
| 12/14/2004 | 60000 | 3 | 10/22/2001 |
| Driving in normal winter conditions, less than 2 inches of snow, not less than 20 degrees in weather, my antilock brakes froze up, causing me to spin out. luckily i did not hit anything or crash. $800 worth of damage, brake lining froze to drum. had to replace brake pads, drums, wheel bearings in both rear wheels. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 11/19/2005 | 1 | 07/28/2001 | |
| Dt: the contact stated when stopping the vehicle had no brakes. he used the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. the contact checked the brake fluid and pumped the brakes. this caused the brakes to work better. the vehicle was taken to the dealership , and they stated it was a problem with the master cylinder. the master cylinder is currently being replaced. *ak the consumer stated the pedal never went to the floor. updated 12/27/05. *jb | |||