Vehicle Recall

Braking performance loss

An NHTSA Preliminary Evaluation into Chrysler vehicles. Closed 26 November 1991.

Investigation
PE91094
Type
Preliminary Evaluation
Opened
5 July 1991
Closed
26 November 1991

What NHTSA investigated

ABS system leaks are alleged by consumers which result in complete brakefailure. Severre leaking occurs while the vehicle sits for several hoursresulting in complete loss of fluid. Leaks are appearing in both the highand low pressure lines possibly due to a faulty seal or coupling. Onecomplaint alleges fluid being forced out of brake reservoir when engine isstarted, possible pointing to a faulty check valve in the accumulator.

Recalls that followed

  1. Chrysler — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings92V03000010 March 199210,492 vehicles
  2. Chrysler — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings91V1910001 November 199180,000 vehicles

Vehicles covered

MakeModelModel years
ChryslerIMPERIAL1990
ChryslerTOWN AND COUNTRY1991
DodgeCARAVAN1991
PlymouthVOYAGER1991

Source

From NHTSA’s investigation file, rebuilt daily. To report a problem with your own vehicle, go to nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem. All open investigations.