Recall 11V550000: 2012 Dodge Journey, 2012 Fiat 500
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 10, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 340
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 dodge journey and fiat 500 vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through october 26, 2011. Some vehicles were assembled with contaminated brake fluid and may experience a degradation of the sealing components within the brake system.
The risk
This could lead to loss of braking ability increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners and replace all brake components that come in contact with hydraulic brake fluid. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V550000
- Manufacturer campaign
- L39
- Manufacturer
- CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
- Owner letters
- Mar 1, 2012
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology