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 - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V005000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 07/01/1989 to 07/31/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 293369 | 03/09/1998 | ODI | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/12/1998 | 01/22/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. the front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the salt belt. if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began march 9, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V148000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 02/01/1986 to 07/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 280000 | 02/26/1993 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 10/14/1992 | 10/30/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On 1987 through early 1990 models, both front brake hoses can wear due to direct contact with the wheel opening splash shields. on the late 1990 through 1992 models, periodic rubbing contact of the left front brake hose can occur due to movement of the splash shield in certain vehicle operating conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Either condition can cause loss of front brake systemfunctions, resulting in increased stopping distances and an increased risk ofvehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The 1987 to 1990 model vehicles will have both splash shields replaced and both front brake hoses replaced as necessary. all affected late 1990 through 1992 model year vehicles will have additional fasteners installed to further secure the left side splash shield. also, the left front brake hose will be inspected and replaced as necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes.vehicle description: utility vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 10/04/2004 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle experienced problems with antilock brake system since 1991. *bf the brake failed several times while attempting to stop the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to various dealer's who replaced multiple components but the problem recurred. *nm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 08/17/1999 | 1 | 04/01/1990 | |
| No summary( dot number: tire size: 75r15 ) | |||
| 05/18/1995 | |||
| 302-530-0492: while slowing down to make turns or to stop, engine stalls; loose all power steering and brakes. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 04/23/2001 | |||
| Right front wheel have caught on fire on two occasions. dealer notified, and replaced front rotors and calipers; but, problem still occurring. please feel free to provide any further details on this matter . *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 06/04/2002 | |||
| After taking car in for service was notified of 2 outstanding recalls 92v148000 and 98v005000 concerning brakes. dealership contacted maufacturer for part. maufacturer replied that parts were discontinued, and if ordered it will be at consumer's expense.*ak | |||
| 03/25/1999 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle experienced failure of the brakes rotors prior to recall notice (98v-005) resulting in vehicle accident. mjs | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 07/08/2008 | 101000 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1990 jeep wrangler. the contact stated that the jeep and chrysler dealers are refusing to repair his vehicle according to nhtsa campaign id number 92v0148000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the contact stated that he was experiencing brake failure. the dealer stated that his vin was included in the recall; however, there is a bolt underneath the brake line that cannot be loosened. if the bolt becomes loose, it could potentially cause more damage to the vehicle. the dealer does not want to be responsible for any additional damages. the dealer and manufacturer stated that he must pay for the repair, but the contact refuses. the failure mileage was 101,000. updated 08/05/09.*jb | |||
| 06/04/2002 | |||
| After taking car in for service was notified of 2 outstanding recalls 92v148000 and 98v005000 concerning brakes. dealership contacted maufacturer for part. maufacturer replied that parts were discontinued, and if ordered it will be at consumer's expense.*ak | |||
| 1 | 10/01/1992 | ||
| Brake hose ruptured, causing brake fluid to leak out, resulting in complete loss of braking ability. also, recall number 92v148000/manufacturer's recall 347t dealt with the same problem. however, this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1992 | |||
| Front brake hoses failed, involved in recall no. 92v148000. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 06/01/2002 | |||
| A defective sight glass for master cylinder. sight glass has broken and fluid leaked out, causing loss of brake power. *ak | |||