NHTSA Recall 10V315000: Master cylinder (service brakes)
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,626 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Dodge Nitro.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V315000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER |
| Report received | July 7, 2010 |
| Owner notification | August 16, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 left hand drive jeep liberty, dodge nitro and RAM 1500 truck; right and left hand drive jeep wrangler vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control unit (hcu) brake tube assembly end flare.
Safety risk
This could lead to loss of brake fluid and reduced braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake tubes free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Chrysler safety recall no. K15.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V315000
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.