NHTSA recall 00V180000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Details
What's wrong: The brake master cylinder piston retainer snap ring may have been bent inward during the assembly process. The master cylinder piston may be in a "brake applied" position due to the damaged piston retainer snap ring. When the piston is in the applied position, the fluid compensation ports are closed which results in a brake drag condition.
Why it matters: If the brake overheat, brake fading could lead to an increase in needed stopping distance. Should a driver not anticipate the extra stopping distance, this condition could cause a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2000 Chrysler Concorde, 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V180000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.