Vantage Mobility Recalls 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Vans Due to Brake Line Defect
Vantage Mobility is recalling 2017 Chrysler Pacifica vans modified for wheelchair accessibility because crossed rear brake lines may render the anti-lock brake system ineffective.
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 in the braking system that renders the anti-lock brake system ineffective, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury risk.
Plain-English summary
Vantage Mobility International, LLC is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica lowered floor vans that were modified by Vantage Mobility for wheelchair accessibility. The recall involves 371 vehicles where the rear brake lines may have been crossed during the modification process. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
The crossed rear brake lines cause the rear anti-lock brake system to be ineffective, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.
Vantage Mobility will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear brake line attachments free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- CHRYSLER PACIFICA
- Brand
- CHRYSLER
- Manufacturer
- Vantage Mobility International, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Braking System
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 371
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 (1)
- PACIFICA
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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