NHTSA Recall 82V123000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V123000; Date: Dec. 9, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Chrysler E Class; 1983 Chrysler Lebaron; 1983 Dodge 400; 1983 Dodge 600; 1983 Dodge Aries; 1983 Plymouth Reliant
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 50,000
Recall Summary:
Hydraulic brake tubing routed to the left rear wheel brake system may have been bent out of shape during assembly and could chafe against the exhaust system hanger bolt.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and relocate tube, if necessary. A retaining clip will be installed to ensure adequate clearance for the tubing; any damaged tubes will also be replaced.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: service brakes; hydraulic brake tubing. Consequences of defect: continued chafing will eventually wear a hole in thetubing and result in loss of brake fluid and partial loss of brakingcapability, which could cause an accident. Note: the brake warning light should alert operator to the partial system loss.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 16, 1982
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