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NHTSA recall 15V800000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

November 25, 2015report date
105,425units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Affects vehicles equipped with either a 2.0L or 2.4L engine. In affected vehicles, engine oil from the vacuum pump may seep into the brake booster, damaging a component within the brake booster.

Why it matters: Internal damage to brake booster could result in a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced. If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced. The recall began on May…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2012 Dodge Dart, 2014 Dodge Dart.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 15V800000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.