Recall 06V-386: 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2007 Dodge Durango

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Oct 11, 2006, covering about 6,644 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-386
Report date
Oct 11, 2006
Vehicles affected
6,644
Owners notified
Nov 8, 2006

The problem

On certain vehicles, the right front steering knuckle may have been improperly manufactured. Because of a broken cooling line, parts cast in tool cavity #63 on july 18 and july 19, 2006, may have a cold shut condition and could fracture.

The risk

This could cause a loss of steering control and result in a crash without warning.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the recalled vehicles to identify the defective parts and replace if they are within that lot. The recall began on november 8, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. F48.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentSteering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V386000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Aspen2007All years
Dodge Durango2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-386?

On certain vehicles, the right front steering knuckle may have been improperly manufactured. Because of a broken cooling line, parts cast in tool cavity #63 on july 18 and july 19, 2006, may have a cold shut condition and could fracture.

How is recall 06V-386 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the recalled vehicles to identify the defective parts and replace if they are within that lot. The recall began on november 8, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.