1998-1999 Chrysler Cirrus, Dodge Stratus and others recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on September 15, 1999. It covers about 366,508 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 366,508
- reported
- Sep 15, 1999
- owners notified
- Nov 22, 1999
- related complaints
- 131
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right rear brake tube can contact the exhaust system clamp and wear a hole in it.
- Risk
- Daimlerchrysler recall no. 843. If this happens, the tube could leak, reducing the effectiveness of one-half of the diagonally split braking system, and resulting in longer stopping distances.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake tubes for visible evidence of contact with the exhaust system clamp. If the tube shows evidence of contact, it will be replaced. If no evidence of contact exists, the tube will be fastened with a clip.
Recall number 99V244000
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler Cirrus 1998-1999 19981999
- Dodge Stratus 1998-1999 19981999
- Plymouth Breeze 1998-1999 19981999
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 131 complaints about brakes problems.
1998 Chrysler Cirrus1999 Chrysler Cirrus1998 Dodge Stratus1999 Dodge Stratus1998 Plymouth Breeze1999 Plymouth Breeze
Questions about recall 99V244000
Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Chrysler Cirrus, Dodge Stratus and others hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 99V244000, reported on September 15, 1999, covers about 366,508 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V244000?
Dealers will inspect the brake tubes for visible evidence of contact with the exhaust system clamp. If the tube shows evidence of contact, it will be replaced. If no evidence of contact exists, the tube will be fastened with a clip.
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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