NHTSA Recall 06V238000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V238000; Date: Jul. 3, 2006
This may affect the proper function of the brake system during hard braking situations and may lead to an increasing brake distance which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Sprinter 2500; 2006 Sprinter 3500
Component: Air Brake
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl
Affected Units:: 235
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks built on Dodge and freightliner chassis, the brake fluid used was contaminated with coolant. Due to the high water content the boiling point of the subject brake fluid is reduced.
How to Fix:
Dealers will flush and replace the brake fluid free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-704-655-1000.
Recall Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. F34. Customers can 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: Jul 17, 2006
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