Contacts
Multipurpose passenger (ambulance) dodge d-300 van. Possibility that amalposition of an oversize jounce bumper contact shim which can causemomentary, front brake failure after completion of a sharp turn to left orright. This failure can be caused by contact of the inner brake caliper withan improperly positioned oversize shim. Welded outboard of the spring pocketon the front suspension crossmember, undercertain loading conditions. Thiscontact will depress the caliper, forcing brake fluid in the cylinder back tothe mastercylinder reservoir. (Correct by inspecting and replacing shim withproperly positioned shim).
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 Dodge dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 75V013000.
- 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.