SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The anti-lock braking system (ABS) control module in your vehicle is the part that helps you stop smoothly in emergency situations. It's like a computer that helps your brakes work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ABS control module doesn't work right, it could delay your brakes when you're coasting down a hill, and that could cause a crash without warning.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the ABS control module with new software that ensures safe braking performance, and this service is completely free. You should schedule the update as soon as possible.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE SOFTWARE PROGRAMMED INTO THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE MAY ALLOW A MOMENTARY DELAY IN BRAKING WHEN COASTING UP A HILL DURING CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE WITH NEW SOFTWARE THAT PREVENTS THIS CONDITION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The front brake caliper in your vehicle is a critical part that helps your car stop safely. Unfortunately, some of these calipers were made with the wrong type of metal, which could cause them to break without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If your caliper fails, you'll have to travel a longer distance to stop your vehicle, which could lead to a crash or accident.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect the brake caliper and replace it with a safe one, free of charge. This repair is a precautionary measure to ensure your safety on the road.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS IN A CERTAIN LOT MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED FROM GRAY IRON INSTEAD OF DUCTILE IRON AS DESIGNED AND COULD FRACTURE WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS WOULD INCREASE THE VEHICLE'S STOPPING DISTANCE AND COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS TO SEE IF THEY FALL INTO THIS LOT AND, IF SO, WILL REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The ABS control module is like the brain of your vehicle's braking system. It helps prevent your wheels from locking up when you brake hard. In some 2007 vehicles, this module's software could cause the rear brakes to lock up.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially on slippery roads. This could cause a crash without any warning signs.
Free Fix
Your dealer will reprogram the ABS control unit's software to fix the issue, and this repair is free. You should schedule this update as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE REAR BRAKES TO LOCK UP DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.