NHTSA Recall # | 102476 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 14V154000 |
MFG Compaign # | P14 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler Group LLC |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | DURANGO |
Model Year | 2013 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Date of notification | 30/05/14 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 05/01/10 |
End date of manufacturing | 08/09/13 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 01/04/14 |
Report created | 01/04/14 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 646498 |
Defect summary | Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 jeep grand cherokee and dodge durango vehicles manufactured from january 5, 2010, through september 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside. |
Consequence summary | The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on may 30, 2014. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is p14. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |