NHTSA Recall 10V475000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V475000; Date: Oct. 7, 2010
Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Chrysler 300; 2010 Chrysler Sebring; 2010 Dodge Avenger; 2010 Dodge Challenger; 2010 Dodge Journey; 2011 Dodge RAM
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Chrysler Group Llc
Affected Units:: 23,237
Recall Summary:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler sebring, 300, charger (lx) and Dodge challenger (lc), avenger (js), and journey (jc), as well as model year 2011 Dodge ram light duty pickup (ds) vehicles. Some of these vehicles may experience a separation at the crimped end of the power steering pressure hose assembly.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the power steering pressure hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on December 20, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Chrysler's campaign number is k26. Owners 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: Dec 27, 2010
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