Chrysler 300C & 300C Touring, Dodge Caliber, Jeep Compass & Grand Cherokee & Commander & Cherokee & Wrangler ABS Anti-Lock Brake System Recall
DaimlerDhrysler Australia has recalled nearly 500 vehicles sold in the last 2 months that have been fitted with incorrect ABS (anti-lock-brake system) software. It is essential that all customers of the following vehicles contact their dealer immediately.
The cars include
- Chrysler 300C & 300C Touring,
- Dodge Caliber,
- Jeep Compass,
- Jeep Grand Cherokee,
- Jeep Commander,
- Jeep Cherokee
- Jeep Wrangler
Problem: The software programmed into the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) control module may cause the rear wheels to lock up during certain braking conditions. Which could result in a loss of vehicle control.
What to do? Contact any authorised Chrysler dealer. If you have sold the vehicle please contact DaimlerChrysler on telephone 03 9566 9380, fax 03 9566 6223 or via e-mail: renee.boyd@daimlerchrysler.com
Target Number: 490
Model Years From: 2007
Campaign Number: RC F50
Product Info:
- (LE) Chrysler 300C and 300C Touring - built from 11 October 2006 through 23 November 2006 (MDH 101100-112323).
- (PM) Dodge Caliber - built from 7 September 2006 through 18 November 2006 (MDH 090707-111801).
- (MK49) Jeep Compass - built from 7 September 2006 through 18 November 2006 (MDH 090707-111801).
- (WH) Jeep Grand Cherokee - built from 11 October 2006 through 23 November 2006 (MDH 101100-112323).
- (XH) Jeep Commander - built from 11 October 2006 through 23 November 2006 (MDH 101100-112323).
- (KJ) Jeep Cherokee - built from 18 September 2006 through 30 November 2006 (MDH 091807-113018).
- (JK) Jeep Wrangler - built from 9 November 2006 through 8 December 2006 (MDH 110914-120811).
The recall only applies to the above vehicles equipped with an ESP/ABS system (sales code BNB, BRF, BRY, BRI, BR3, BR4 or BR6).