Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Chrysler (FCA US) – Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons
| Report Received Date | 08/09/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V523000 |
| Consequence Summary | A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86. |
| Recall Code | U86 |
| Potentially Affected | 154335 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V523000) |
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