NHTSA recall 11V550000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Fluid
Dodge Journey and 1 more
Reported Nov 10, 2011340 vehicles affectedCHRYSLER GROUP LLCMaker’s number L39Built Oct 24, 2011 – Oct 26, 2011
The defect
Chrysler IS recalling certain model year 2012 dodge journey and fiat 500 vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through october 26, 2011. some vehicles were assembled with contaminated brake fluid and may experience a degradation of the sealing components within the brake system.
The risk
This could lead to loss of braking ability increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and replace all brake components that come in contact with hydraulic brake fluid. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 1, 2012. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.