Dodge Dart: Service brakes — vacuum

Affects Dodge Dart · 2012–2014 — about 105K vehicles.

The hazard

Internal damage to brake booster could result in a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced. If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced. The recall began on May 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R63.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational