NHTSA Recall 16V273000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V273000; Date: May. 6, 2016
A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Dodge Journey; 2010 Dodge Journey; 2011 Dodge Journey; 2012 Dodge Journey; 2013 Dodge Journey; 2014 Dodge Journey; 2015 Dodge Journey; 2016 Dodge Journey
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 8,569
Recall Summary:
Chrysler (fca us LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on may 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is s08.
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 24, 2016
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