NHTSA Recall 18V523000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V523000; Date: Aug. 9, 2018
a reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan; 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan; 2018 Dodge Journey; 2019 Jeep Cherokee; 2018 Jeep Compass; 2019 Jeep Compass
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 154,335
Recall Summary:
chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2018-2019 dodge grand caravan and jeep compass, 2018 dodge journey, and 2019 jeep cherokee vehicles. the rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
How to Fix:
chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin september 28, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u86.
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.
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