NHTSA Campaign Id 83V060000; Date: Jun. 6, 1983
1983 Chrysler New Yorker; 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:: 3,785
Location of hydraulic brake tube to both rear wheels causes interference and chafing between the tubes and rear suspension trailing arm pivot brackets.
Dealer will inspect rear wheel brake tubes and reroute to ensure proper tube to pivot bracket clearance. Any damaged tubes will also be replaced.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: service brakes; rear hydraulic brake tubes. Consequences of defect: tube failure and a partial loss of braking capabilitycould result. This could cause an accident and personal injury. Note: illumination of an instrument panel warning light should alert driver toa brake tube failure.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 26, 1983
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