Recall 04V481000: Brake Tube Replacement

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

Chrysler / PT Cruiser 2005

MANUFACTURER: DaimlerChrysler Corporation

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V481000 Recall Date : OCT 05, 2004

COMPONENT: Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 115

SUMMARY:
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.

CONSEQUENCE:
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.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install revised brake tubes. the recall began during October 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NOTES:
DaimlerChrysler Recall NO. D45. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).