2007-2008 Dodge Nitro and Jeep Liberty recall: parking brake
Chrysler LLC reported this safety recall on October 8, 2008. It covers about 3,663 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,663
- reported
- Oct 8, 2008
- owners notified
- Oct 27, 2008
- related complaints
- 83
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling 3,663 my 2007-2008 dodge nitro and my 2008 jeep liberty vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The park brake lever clutch drum may distort and reduce the effectiveness of the park brake system.
- Risk
- This could allow the vehicle to move inadvertently and cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the park brake lever assembly free of charge. The recall began on october 27, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 08V525000
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Nitro 2007-2008 20072008
- Jeep Liberty 2008 2008
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 83 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 08V525000
Is there a recall on the 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro and Jeep Liberty parking brake?
Yes. Recall 08V525000, reported on October 8, 2008, covers about 3,663 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V525000?
Dealers will replace the park brake lever assembly free of charge. The recall began on october 27, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler 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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