NHTSA recall 06V038000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Dodge Dakota and 4 more
Reported Feb 9, 200639,274 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number F05Built Sep 13, 2005 – Dec 9, 2005
The defect
On certain pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel antilock brake systems (ABS), the ABS electronic control unit (ecu) may cause a loss of front to rear brake balance, and the rear brakes could lock up prematurely during certain braking conditions.
The risk
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the ABS ecu. the recall IS expected to begin during the week of july 17, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.