NHTSA recall 06V001000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Chrysler Cirrus and 2 more
Reported Jan 5, 2006216,299 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number E23Built Jul 1, 1998 – Jul 31, 2000
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
The risk
Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. the the recall began on april 10, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.