Recall 06V001000: 1999–2000 Chrysler Cirrus and 2 other models

Report received

Jan 5, 2006

Manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler corporation

Potentially affected

216,299vehicles

Model years

1999–2000

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.

Possible consequence

Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1999 Chrysler Cirrus62 complaints
• 2000 Chrysler Cirrus99 complaints
• 1999 Dodge Stratus251 complaints
• 2000 Dodge Stratus216 complaints
• 1999 Plymouth Breeze117 complaints
• 2000 Plymouth Breeze38 complaints