NHTSA Recall 96V143003
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V143003; Date: Oct. 8, 1996
Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking effectiveness increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 Dodge Stealth; 1992 Dodge Stealth; 1993 Dodge Stealth; 1994 Dodge Stealth
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 23,000
Recall Summary:
Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
Recall Notes:
Vehicles equipped with or without abs brakes. Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during October 1996. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 21, 1996
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