NHTSA Recall 02V159000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V159000; Date: Jun. 13, 2002
During rotation, the brake line could separate from the caliper resulting in a brake fluid loss in the rear brake hydraulic system.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Dodge RAM
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 46,000
Recall Summary:
On certain 4x4 pickup trucks, the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install rear brake caliper reinforcements on the rear axle assemblies. Owner notification began December 9, 2002. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. B20. Also, customers can 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: Dec 9, 2002
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