Date: 03.05.2006
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.7 liter engines and mk25e braking systems may exhibit inadequate clearance between the rear brake tubes and the exhaust gas recirculation tube. contact between the brake tubes and exhaust gas recirculation tube over an extended period of time may cause the brake tubes to wear through and cause a brake fluid leak.
Consequencs:
This can result in a decrease of braking force and the potential for an engine compartment fire.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the rear brake tubes for damage and replace them free of charge. a clip will also be installed to secure the brake tubes to the right front shock tower to maintain proper clearance to the exhaust gas recirculation tube. the recall began on june 26, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Date: 07.09.2006
Component: Power Train > Automatic Transmission
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
Consequencs:
If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. the recall began on october 2, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Date: 29.12.2006
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Antilock > Control Unit/module
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Consequencs:
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Notes:
Dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control unit. the recall began on february 19, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
