Vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 21V-008 · Ram vehicles
Braun Northwest recall 21V-008 covers 23 Ram vehicles for a vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on January 13, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V008000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Braun Northwest (Braun Northwest) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAM 4500/5500 vehicles equipped with Liquid Spring rear suspension systems. In the affected suspension systems, the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.
The risk
A worn rear brake line may leak fluid, resulting in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Braun Northwest will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit to each rear caliper and modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting. Any worn rear brake caliper flexible lines will be replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Braun Northwest customer service at 1-360-748-0195.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.