NHTSA Recall 06V001000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V001000; Date: Jan. 5, 2006
Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Chrysler Cirrus; 2000 Chrysler Cirrus; 1999 Dodge Stratus; 2000 Dodge Stratus; 1999 Plymouth Breeze; 2000 Plymouth Breeze
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 216,299
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2. 4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on April 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. E23. Customers may also 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 10, 2006
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