STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The power steering system in your Dodge Journey is like a hydraulic system that helps you steer smoothly. The return hose is a key part that helps the system work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the return hose ruptures, you could lose power steering assist, making it harder to steer, especially at low speeds. This could make it more likely for a crash to occur.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty return hose, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler with brand new parts – all at no cost to you. You'll get a notice when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.
The power steering system in your vehicle uses a hose to help you turn the wheels. In some 2010-2011 models, this hose could crack and leak power steering fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose leaks, it could spill power steering fluid onto the hot engine parts. This could cause a fire, which could harm you and others around the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will inspect and replace the power steering hose with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING, 300, CHARGER (LX) AND DODGE CHALLENGER (LC), AVENGER (JS), AND JOURNEY (JC), AS WELL AS MODEL YEAR 2011 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUP (DS) VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A SEPARATION AT THE CRIMPED END OF THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE ASSEMBLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LEAKED POWER STEERING FLUID ONTO HOT ENGINE COMPONENTS COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE AS NECESSARY THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
The ignition switch in your vehicle is a critical part that turns your engine on and off. It's like a button that you press to start your car, and it also controls the power to your airbags, steering, and brakes.
Risk if Unfixed
If the key in your ignition accidentally moves into the wrong position, your engine will shut off while you're driving. This will disable your airbags, power steering, and power brakes, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a serious crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty ignition switch and key FOBs for free. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and it will be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured June 29, 2007, to June 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, to June 17, 2010. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.
