The problem
On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
The risk
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control unit. The recall began on february 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Contacts
Daimlerchrysler recall no. F50. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06V493000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.