During rotation, the brake line could separate from the caliper resulting in a brake fluid loss in the rear brake hydraulic system.

Power Train — Axle Assembly

Summary

On certain 4X4 pickup trucks, the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate.

Actions

Dealers will install rear brake caliper reinforcements on the rear axle assemblies. Owner notification began December 9, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Documents (6)

• Renotification Notice
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect and Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Quarterly Performance Report

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