NHTSA Recall 15V800000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V800000; Date: Nov. 25, 2015
Internal damage to brake booster could result in a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Dodge Dart; 2014 Dodge Dart
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 105,425
Recall Summary:
Chrysler group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge dart vehicles manufactured February 27, 2012 to January 23, 2014 and equipped with either a 2. 0l or 2. 4l engine. In affected vehicles, engine oil from the vacuum pump may seep into the brake booster, damaging a component within the brake booster.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced. If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced. The recall began on may 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r63.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 9, 2016
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