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  NHTSA Recall 78V141000

NHTSA Campaign Id 78V141000; Date: Jun. 14, 1978

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

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

icon3 Recall Summary:

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.

icon2 How to Fix:

The dealer will reroute "hydroboost" high pressure hose assemblies and any damaged hoses will be replaced.

icon4 Recall Notes:

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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