NHTSA Campaign Id 78V141000; Date: Jun. 14, 1978
1978 Dodge D100; 1978 Dodge D200; 1978 Dodge W100; 1978 Dodge W200
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,400
Improper routing of the "hydroboost" hydraulic system high pressure hose assembly could allow a tubular section to contact the frame side rail. Abrasion from the contact could result, causing a leak in the hose assembly.
The dealer will reroute "hydroboost" high pressure hose assemblies and any damaged hoses will be replaced.
Vehicle description: light trucks. System: service brakes; hydrobooster. Consequences of defect: leaking could cause loss of power assist for thesteering and braking systems. An increased steering effort and increasedstopping distances would be required and could lead to a vehicle accident,without warning.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 11, 1978
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