NHTSA Campaign 16V273000

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported May 6, 2016 · 8,569 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.

Consequence

A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
DODGE JOURNEY 2009 8,569
DODGE JOURNEY 2010 8,569
DODGE JOURNEY 2011 8,569
DODGE JOURNEY 2012 8,569
DODGE JOURNEY 2013 8,569
DODGE JOURNEY 2014 8,569
DODGE JOURNEY 2015 8,569
DODGE JOURNEY 2016 8,569

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V273000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.