SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The brake tube in your vehicle connects the front and rear brakes, helping prevent wheels from locking up while you're braking. In certain 2004 models, there's a risk of the tube rubbing against the transmission housing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake tube is damaged, you could lose braking force on the left front and right rear wheels, making it harder to stop safely, especially on slippery roads or when driving downhill.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the brake tube with a revised, safer version, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should contact the dealer to schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS), 2.4L HIGH OUTPUT TURBOCHARGED ENGINE, AND 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLE, MAY EXHIBIT INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE AND THE TRANSAXLE HOUSING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
CONTACT BETWEEN THE BRAKE TUBE AND THE TRANSAXLE HOUSING OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME MAY EVENTUALLY LEAD TO PERFORATION OF THE BRAKE TUBE, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF BRAKING FORCE IN THE LEFT FRONT/RIGHT REAR CIRCUIT OF VEHICLE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL REVISED BRAKE TUBES. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 25, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The power steering hose in your vehicle is like a flexible tube that helps you turn the wheel. In certain models, it may rub against a metal cover near the transmission, causing damage.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose gets damaged and leaks power steering fluid, and there's an ignition source nearby, it could catch fire, causing a serious underhood blaze.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect the power steering hose and move or replace it if it's damaged. They'll also double-check the connection to the steering gear to make sure it's secure – all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L NON-TURBOCHARGED ENGINES AND AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES, THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE MAY CONTACT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIFFERENTIAL COVER, POTENTIALLY DAMAGING THE HOSE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RELOCATE, OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY, THE POWER STEERING HOSE AND CONFIRM TORQUE OF THE HOSE FASTENER AT THE STEERING GEAR END. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
The ball joint assembly is a crucial part of your vehicle's suspension system, connecting your wheels to the rest of the car. If it's not installed with the right nut, it could fail, making it hard to steer or control your vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the nut comes loose, the ball joint could separate, making it difficult to steer or control your vehicle. This could lead to a loss of vehicle control and potentially cause an accident.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the ball joint assembly with a new, properly assembled one at no cost to you. Just schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice and they'll take care of it.
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FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
The corner and bumper lamps that you installed on your vehicle might not have the required reflective strips. These strips are like little mirrors that help other drivers see your vehicle's position and direction at night.
Risk if Unfixed
If your lamps don't have these reflective strips, they won't be as visible to other drivers, especially at night. This could lead to a vehicle crash, especially if you're driving in heavy traffic or in low-light conditions.
Free Fix
Your dealer will give you a full refund for the non-compliant lamps, and you should contact Sabersport at 1-909-598-7589 to arrange the refund.
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Original — What Happened
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
The rear quarter glass in your vehicle is the back window on the side. In some cases, the special bolts that hold it in place can come loose, causing the glass to detach from the car.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens while you're driving, the glass can shatter and hit another vehicle or a pedestrian, causing serious injury or damage.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the rear quarter glass with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR QUARTER GLASS ATTACHING FASTENERS MAY PULL THROUGH THEIR MOUNTS AND ALLOW THE GLASS TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE GLASS SEPARATES WHILE DRIVING, IT COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE OR INJURE A PEDESTRIAN.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR QUARTER GLASS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
