NHTSA Recall 00V193000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V193000; Date: Jul. 17, 2000
A puncture of the left front brake tube can result in a loss of braking force at the front wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Dodge Dakota; 1998 Dodge Dakota; 1999 Dodge Dakota; 2000 Dodge Dakota
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 40,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: pickup trucks built with 2. 5l engines. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the left front brake tube and the power steering hose.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the brake tube and power steering hose for wear. If wear is evident, the brake tube and/or power steering hose will be replaced. A power steering standoff bracket will be installed on all vehicles to ensure that adequate clearance between the brake tube and power steering hose is maintained.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began September 11, 2000. 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 contactdaimlerchrysler 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 11, 2000
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