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 - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V185000 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 07/01/1997 to 06/30/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 44588 | 09/27/2004 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 04/12/2004 | 04/20/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (abs), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the abs control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the connector. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the abs control module connector for electrolyte damage and replace the connector as necessary. the recall will begin on september 27, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimlerchrysler recall no. d20.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 10182004 | 10/18/2004 | 10013996 | Minimun rear rotor thickness. *eh | 04/27/2005 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 01/01/2005 | 12000 | 4 | 05/01/2002 |
| Truck began to vibrate dramatically upon braking. the rotors were warped, the brake pads in the front were too small and was causing the problem, a clunking noise had started coming from the rear as time progressed and returned after repairs. *sc at 30,000 miles the entire rear differentail went out. | |||
| 06/15/2003 | 35000 | ||
| Front rotors keep warping on this truck it has happened about every 10,000 miles. the dealership keeps replacing the rotors under warrenty the pads have never needed replacing and my tires are in great condition. there responce is to change my driving habits. i drive 50 miles one way on the hiway everyday with little braking im at 45,000 and in need of rotors again this will be the 5th set. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Recall repair 02v159000 concerning truck axle flanges weld which may fatigueand allow brake caliper to rotate, causing rear brake tube to and leak, resulting in a partial brake loss and extended stopping distance were not done by dealer due to lack of parts. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Odi #768732: brake pads were replaced. however clanking noise at front left and right wheel area still existed. inspection revealed pivot arms had rotated, making contact with the suspension arm frame mount area which caused gouges in the frame mount area. further inspection revealed exhaust leak from bottom side of muffler. *tt *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 07/19/2004 | 1 | 07/09/2004 | |
| While driving the glove compartment light came on and went off on its own. the light bulb switch rattled while driving. the consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined that this vehicle was not on recall. *ak the front brakes were bad. *sc *jb | |||
| 08/01/2002 | 20 | 1 | 08/01/2002 |
| Consumer stated abs light illuminated. which was an indication the abs was inoperative *ak *cb *jb | |||
| 1 | |||
| While driving approximately 45mph, had an accident by rear ending vehicle in front. abs braking system had locked up. this caused the vehicle to skid into the vehicle in front. air bags failed to deploy upon impact. front end of vehicle was destroyed. also, seat belts failed to restrain and driver suffered chest pains from hitting steering wheel, and had to be taken to hospital.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| There was a recall in reference to the rear axle flange welds which may fatigue and cause the caliper to rotate. mr the local dealer informed the consumer that there was a backlog on the repair parts and were unable to make the repairs ( recall #02v159000). scc *nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 1 | |||
| The owner had removed the wheels to check the brakes. owner noticed all four-brake rotors had grooves. this problem caused the brakes to lose braking effectiveness. both the manufacturer and dealer were contacted. please provide further information. *ph | |||
| 09/20/2003 | 33000 | 1 | |
| While driving vehicle approximately 55 mph vehicle started to shake severely. have taken vehicle to dealership, and mechanic indicated that the problem was worn disc rotors, which needed to be replaced.*ak | |||
| 10/15/2002 | 33000 | 1 | |
| The vehicles rotors warped which caused extended stopping distance. *nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 10/09/2002 | 09/01/2002 | ||
| After vehicle has gone in reverse and brakes are applied, and again when pulling forword and brake is applied, there is a clanking noise as if maybe a loose brake caliper. it has been taken to a dealership for repairs 3 times to no avail. the first time, i was told that i just needed to tighten my wheels. the second time the (rt) upper and lower control arms were replaced. the third time the left control arms were replaced as well as the brake pads. all this work is being done to a new truck and the mechanics don't even know what is wrong with it. they are simply replacing things that they think it might be. i-am very concerned and frustrated because i have a new truck that is constantly in the shop and i now have nothing to drive. please help. dt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | |||
| 10/03/2002 | 8 | 09/26/2002 | |
| Complaint involving 2002 dodge ram truck.*mr (nar) the consumer has experienced ongoing problems with vehicle and requested that the dealership repurchase the vehicle. *cb | |||