Recall 16V273000

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Report Date
20160506
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Affected Vehicles
8 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2009 DODGE JOURNEY
2010 DODGE JOURNEY
2011 DODGE JOURNEY
2012 DODGE JOURNEY
2013 DODGE JOURNEY
2014 DODGE JOURNEY
2015 DODGE JOURNEY
2016 DODGE JOURNEY

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.