DODGE JOURNEY 2014: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V273000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| DODGE | JOURNEY | 2014 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-05-24 | 2016-05-06 | 2016-05-06 |
Production Dates: 2007-07-31 - 2015-11-12
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: S08
Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8569
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.
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.
