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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser recall: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on October 8, 2004. It covers about 115 vehicles.

vehicles affected
115
reported
Oct 8, 2004
owners notified
Oct 25, 2004
related complaints
10

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock braking system (ABS), 2.4l high output turbocharged engine, and 5-speed manual transaxle, may exhibit inadequate clearance between the left front brake tube and the transaxle housing.
Risk
Contact between the brake tube and the transaxle housing over an extended period of time may eventually lead to perforation of the brake tube, which could lead to a loss of braking force in the left front/right rear circuit of vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will install revised brake tubes. The recall began october 25, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 04V481000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about brakes problems.

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser

Questions about recall 04V481000

Is there a recall on the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip?

Yes. Recall 04V481000, reported on October 8, 2004, covers about 115 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V481000?

Dealers will install revised brake tubes. The recall began october 25, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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