The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14V154000·Announced 2014-04-01

Chrysler Recalls 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango for Brake Booster Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles because a corroding brake booster may allow water to enter, potentially freezing and limiting braking ability.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that could limit braking ability and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured between January 5, 2010, and September 8, 2013. The recall involves approximately 646,498 vehicles.

The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode, allowing water to get inside. If the water inside freezes, it could limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after testing it to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
DODGE, JEEP DURANGO, GRAND CHEROKEE
Brand
DODGE
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Affected units
646,498

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • DURANGO
  • GRAND CHEROKEE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.