Chrysler Dodge Durango: Braking Performance May Be Reduced

Summary Certain Chrysler Dodge Durango and Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles (6 units total) have a defect where the left front brake caliper housing may have been made from incorrect material. If the brakes are applied hard, this housing could rupture and reduce braking performance. The manufacturer will check and replace the caliper on affected vehicles if needed.

Recalling firm
CHRYSLER UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: CHRYSLER DODGE DURANGO, CHRYSLER JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. Units affected: 6
Reason
The left front brake caliper housing may have been cast from an incorrect material. Under extreme brake application the left front brake caliper housing may rupture and affect braking efficiency. Remedy: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace caliper
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2016-06-09
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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