Recall 96V-099: 1990–1993 Chrysler Imperial, 1990–1993 Chrysler New Yorker and 8 more

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jun 13, 1996, covering about 321,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
96V-099
Report date
Jun 13, 1996
Vehicles affected
321,000
Owners notified
Sep 3, 1996

The problem

The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.

The risk

If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

The fix

Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (Except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.

Notes

System: brakes; hydraulic; anti-skid system. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini-vans equipped with anti-lock brake systems (Abs). Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number96V099000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Imperial1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All years
Chrysler New Yorker1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All years
Chrysler Town and Country1991, 1992, 1993All years
Dodge Caravan1991, 1992, 1993All years
Dodge Dynasty1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All years
Dodge Grand Caravan1991, 1992, 1993All years
Dodge Monaco1991, 1992All years
Eagle Premier1991, 1992All years
Plymouth Grand Voyager1991, 1992, 1993All years
Plymouth Voyager1991, 1992, 1993All 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 96V-099?

The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.

How is recall 96V-099 fixed?

Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (Except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.

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.