NHTSA Campaign Id 08V525000; Date: Oct. 8, 2008
This could allow the vehicle to move inadvertently and cause a crash without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:2007 Dodge Nitro; 2008 Dodge Nitro; 2008 Jeep Liberty
Component: Parking Brake
Manufactured by: Chrysler Llc
Affected Units:: 3,663
Recall Summary:Chrysler is recalling 3,663 my 2007-2008 Dodge nitro and my 2008 Jeep liberty vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The park brake lever clutch drum may distort and reduce the effectiveness of the park brake system.
How to Fix:Dealers will replace the park brake lever assembly free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:Chrysler recall no. H28. 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: Oct 27, 2008
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