1996 Dodge Dakota recall: power assist
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on October 20, 1995. It covers about 600 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 600
- reported
- Oct 20, 1995
- owners notified
- Nov 29, 1995
- related complaints
- 28
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist
- What is wrong
- The power brake booster vacuum hose could be improperly installed and not clamped to the brake booster vacuum nipple.
- Risk
- A disconnected vacuum hose can cause an increase in engine idle speed and loss of brake power assist during brake application without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the brake booster vacuum hose connection is fully seated and clamped to the vacuum check valve nipple at the brake booster.
Recall number 95V199000
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Dakota 1996 1996
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 28 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 95V199000
Is there a recall on the 1996 Dodge Dakota power assist?
Yes. Recall 95V199000, reported on October 20, 1995, covers about 600 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 95V199000?
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the brake booster vacuum hose connection is fully seated and clamped to the vacuum check valve nipple at the brake booster.
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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