Key Takeaway

BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:DIFFERENTIAL:PROPORTIONAL VALVE by CHRYSLER CORPORATION was recalled on May 14, 1985. What to do: CLEAR PROPORTIONING VALVE OF STONES AND INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT STONES FROM ENTERING.

NHTSA Ongoing

BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:DIFFERENTIAL:PROPORTIONAL VALVE

Recalled: May 14, 1985 ~264,000 units affected 85V053

Description

ROADWAY STONES MAY BECOME LODGED IN THE HEIGHT SENSING BRAKE PROPORTIONING VALVE. THIS MAY CAUSE THE PROPORTIONING VALVE TO FAIL. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: PROPORTIONING VALVE MALFUNCTION RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING HARD BRAKING WITH A LIGHT LOAD AND MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy

CLEAR PROPORTIONING VALVE OF STONES AND INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT STONES FROM ENTERING.

Products Affected

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Company Information

CHRYSLER CORPORATION

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Is this recall still active?

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Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: CLEAR PROPORTIONING VALVE OF STONES AND INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT STONES FROM ENTERING.

Where can I find the original recall notice?

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