The problem
The front brake hose routing on the involved vehicles may allow interference between the hoses and the front tires during extreme turning angles.
The fix
Special brake hose restraining straps will be installed on each involved vehicle to relocate both front hoses and ensure that adequate hose to tire clearance is maintained.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: service brakes; brake hoses.Consequences of defect: abrasion resulting from such interference could causehose failure, loss of front braking capability and an accident.Note: the instrument panel light provides warning of partial brake failure.
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, Plymouth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V204000.
- 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.