Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle's brake tubes may not have enough clearance from a nearby pipe, which could cause them to wear down and leak brake fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your brakes might not work as well, and there's a small chance of a fire in your engine compartment.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! The dealership will inspect and replace the brake tubes, and add a clip to keep them safe, all at no cost to you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7 LITER ENGINES AND MK25E BRAKING SYSTEMS MAY EXHIBIT INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE REAR BRAKE TUBES AND THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION TUBE. CONTACT BETWEEN THE BRAKE TUBES AND EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION TUBE OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE TUBES TO WEAR THROUGH AND CAUSE A BRAKE FLUID LEAK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CAN RESULT IN A DECREASE OF BRAKING FORCE AND THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR BRAKE TUBES FOR DAMAGE AND REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. A CLIP WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED TO SECURE THE BRAKE TUBES TO THE RIGHT FRONT SHOCK TOWER TO MAINTAIN PROPER CLEARANCE TO THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION TUBE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 26, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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