The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·13E069000·Announced 2013-12-06

Omix Ada Recalls Jeep Replacement Brake Hoses Due to Leak Risk

Omix Ada is recalling certain front and rear braided stainless steel replacement brake hoses for modified Jeep vehicles because they may leak fluid or rupture.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake hose rupture) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Carflex Auto LTD, in cooperation with Omix Ada, Inc., is recalling certain front and rear braided stainless steel replacement brake hoses. These hoses were sold as extended length replacements for certain Jeep vehicles that have been modified for off-road use.

The recalled brake hoses could leak fluid and possibly rupture. A failure of the brake hose would lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Omix Ada will notify wholesalers and owners and will supply replacement brake hoses free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact Omix Ada at 1-770-614-6101. Omix Ada's number for this recall is CBRK 1-13. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS recall
Manufacturer
Omix Ada, Inc
Category
Vehicle — Brake Hoses
Hazard
Affected units
4,301

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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