NHTSA Recall 08V202000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V202000; Date: May. 6, 2008
Prolonged brake tube contact could wear a hole in the tube and cause a partial brake system loss. This could cause a crash without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Jeep Wrangler; 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Chrysler Llc
Affected Units:: 1,709
Recall Summary:
Chrysler is recalling 1,585 my 2007-2008 Jeep wrangler, right hand drive only, vehicles. Some vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the steering intermediate shaft and rear brake tubes.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install a revised brake tube clip to retain the tubes, inspect the brake tubes for damage due to potential contact with the steering intermediate shaft, and replace the brake tubes if necessary. The recall began on June 30, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Chrysler recall no. H17. Customers may 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 30, 2008
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