NHTSA Recall 99V244000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V244000; Date: Sep. 15, 1999
Daimlerchrysler recall no. 843. If this happens, the tube could leak, reducing the effectiveness of one-half of the diagonally split braking system, and resulting in longer stopping distances.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Chrysler Cirrus; 1999 Chrysler Cirrus; 1998 Dodge Stratus; 1999 Dodge Stratus; 1998 Plymouth Breeze; 1999 Plymouth Breeze
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 366,508
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right rear brake tube can contact the exhaust system clamp and wear a hole in it.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the brake tubes for visible evidence of contact with the exhaust system clamp. If the tube shows evidence of contact, it will be replaced. If no evidence of contact exists, the tube will be fastened with a clip.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began November 22, 1999. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 22, 1999
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