Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #02V159000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V159000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Includes 46,000 affected units, DAIMLERCHRYSLER/BRAKE CALIPER, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain 4x4 pickup trucks, the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install rear brake caliper reinforcements on the rear axle assemblies. owner notification began december 9, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V159000

Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Report Received Date: 2002-06-13T00:00:00

Subject: Daimlerchrysler/brake caliper

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 46,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: B20

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain 4x4 pickup trucks, the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate.

Consequence Summary: During rotation, the brake line could separate from the caliper resulting in a brake fluid loss in the rear brake hydraulic system.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install rear brake caliper reinforcements on the rear axle assemblies. owner notification began december 9, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 02V159000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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