Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 73V-251 · Chrysler and Dodge vehicles
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall 73V-251 covers 83 Chrysler and Dodge vehicles for a foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on December 27, 1973.
Source: NHTSA recall 73V251000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The fix
The remedy has not been described yet.
POSSIBILITY THAT ROUTING AND CONFIGURATION OF REAR AXLE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLYDOES NOW ALLOW ADEQUATE HOSE TO LEFT TAIL PIPE CLEARANCE. CONDITION CAUSESEXCESSIVE HOSE SURFACE TEMPERATURES WHICH CAN PRODUCE HOSE DETERIORATION WITHTIME AND SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF REAR WHEEL BRAKING ABILITY. (CORRECT BY INSPECTINGAND INSTALLING REDESIGNED BRAKE HOSE AND TIE ASSEMBLIES.)
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.