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HighNHTSA·23E019000·Announced 2023-03-09

Chrysler Recalls Mopar Hydraulic Control Unit Modules for Brake Safety

Chrysler is recalling Mopar Hydraulic Control Unit modules that may falsely read brake pressure, allowing vehicles to start without the brake pedal applied.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake system) that increases the risk of a crash, but the source text does not report any deaths or serious injuries, placing it in the High severity category.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling specific Mopar Hydraulic Control Unit/Anti-lock Brake system modules (HCU) with part number 68085397AB. The recall addresses a defect where the module may falsely read pressure in the primary circuit, causing the brake lights to illuminate constantly. Additionally, the defect may allow the vehicle to start and shift out of park without the driver first applying the brake pedal.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that constant brake light illumination and unintentional vehicle movement can both increase the risk of a crash. The source text does not specify the number of affected vehicles or report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will repurchase the HCU modules or replace installed HCU modules free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 4, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE recall
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
330

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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