Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle's brake system has a potential issue with the hoses and pipes that connect the brake system. Specifically, there might be a small gap between two hoses that could cause a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If one of these hoses gets punctured, you could lose braking power in the back wheels, which could lead to an accident.
Free Fix
We'll inspect the brake hoses, replace any worn ones, shorten the rear vent hose by 3 inches, and add a clip to ensure the hoses are properly aligned and won't rub against each other.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE REAR AXLE VENT HOSE AND THE BRAKE HOSE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A PUNCTURE IN THE REAR BRAKE HOSE WILL RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKING FORCE AT THE REAR WHEELS.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR BRAKE HOSE FOR EVIDENCE OF WEAR. WORN BRAKE HOSES WILL BE REPLACED. THE REAR VENT HOSE WILL BE SHORTENED BY 3 INCHES AND A CLIP WILL BE INSTALLED TO ASSURE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE AXLE VENT LINE AND BRAKE HOSE IS MAINTAINED.
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