NHTSA Recall 06V038000: Service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 39,274 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Dodge Dakota.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V038000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F05 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
| Report received | February 9, 2006 |
| Owner notification | July 17, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel antilock brake systems (ABS), the ABS electronic control unit (ECU) may cause a loss of front to rear brake balance, and the rear brakes could lock up prematurely during certain braking conditions.
Safety risk
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ABS ECU. The recall is expected to begin during the week of july 17, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. F05.(mitsubishi recall no. Sr-06-003).customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V038000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge Dakota | 2006 |
| Dodge RAM 1500 | 2006 |
| Dodge RAM 2500 | 2006 |
| Dodge RAM 3500 | 2006 |
| Mitsubishi Raider | 2006 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.