Recall 96V-123
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1996 Chrysler Sebring: Service brakes, hydraulic (power assist).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-123
- Reported
- July 2, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 22,500 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The power brake booster vacuum hose was improperly installed on the intake manifold vacuum nipple.
The risk
A disconnected vacuum hose causes an increase in engine idle speed and loss of power assist during brake application increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will fully install the intake manifold vacuum hose to the vacuum nipple on the intake manifold.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: brakes; hydraulic; power assist; vacuum system. Vehicle description: convertible (jx) model vehicles equipped with 2.5l engine. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin in august 1996. 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-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler Sebring 1996