Recall 82V-085: 1983 Chrysler Lebaron, 1983 Dodge 400 and 2 more

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Sep 9, 1982, covering about 1,236 vehicles.

NHTSA number
82V-085
Report date
Sep 9, 1982
Vehicles affected
1,236
Owners notified
Sep 3, 1982

The problem

On the involved vehicles, improper routing of the hydraulic brake tube could cause it to chafe against the park brake cables. Eventually, the brake tube may fail and brake fluid leakage may occur.

The fix

Dealer will reroute the hydraulic brake tube, if necessary, without charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description; passenger vehicles.system: parking brakes; hydraulic brake tube, routing.consequences of defect: partial loss of braking capability, loss of vehiclecontrol, and an accident could occur.note: the instrument panel brake warning light should alert driver to theproblem.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number82V085000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Lebaron1983All years
Dodge 4001983All years
Dodge Aries1983All years
Plymouth Reliant1983All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 82V-085?

On the involved vehicles, improper routing of the hydraulic brake tube could cause it to chafe against the park brake cables. Eventually, the brake tube may fail and brake fluid leakage may occur.

How is recall 82V-085 fixed?

Dealer will reroute the hydraulic brake tube, if necessary, without charge to owner.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.