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  NHTSA Recall 06V149000

NHTSA Campaign Id 06V149000; Date: May. 3, 2006

This can result in a decrease of braking force and the potential for an engine compartment fire.

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

2006 Chrysler 300 2006 Dodge Charger 2006 Dodge Magnum

Component: Service Brakes

Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation

Affected Units:: 44,367

icon3 Recall Summary:

Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2. 7 liter engines and mk25e braking systems may exhibit inadequate clearance between the rear brake tubes and the exhaust gas recirculation tube. Contact between the brake tubes and exhaust gas recirculation tube over an extended period of time may cause the brake tubes to wear through and cause a brake fluid leak.

icon2 How to Fix:

Dealers will inspect the rear brake tubes for damage and replace them free of charge. A clip will also be installed to secure the brake tubes to the right front shock tower to maintain proper clearance to the exhaust gas recirculation tube. The recall began on June 26, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Daimlerchrysler recall no. F18. 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: Jun 26, 2006

Also see:

All recalls of Chrysler vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.