NHTSA recall 07V434000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Dodge Nitro and 3 more
Reported Sep 14, 2007296,550 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number G40Built Jan 31, 2005 – Jul 12, 2007
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the ABS electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.
The risk
This could cause a crash without warning.
The remedy
Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2007. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.