Service brakes: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings Dodge, Plymouth recall

The problem

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "Brake hoses". These front hydraulic brake hoses may fail under pressure of brake application due to use of improperly processed material. Partial loss of braking capability and increase in stopping distances will result.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and will replace defective brake hoses without charge to owner.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: service brakes; hydraulic lines, hoses.Consequences of defect: partial loss of braking and increased stoppingdistances could lead to a vehicle accident.Note: the red warning signal on the instrument panel may alert the driver tobrake malfunction.

What to do

1. 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.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Dodge, Plymouth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V202000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.