Vantage Mobility International, LLC is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica lowered
— Recall Campaign #17V342000
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage Mobility) is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica lowered floor vans modified by Vantage Mobility for wheelchair accessibility. The affected vans have rear brake lines that might have been crossed during the modification. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 371 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V342000
| Manufacturer: | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 25, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V342000 |
| Units affected: | 371 |
- Description:
- Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage Mobility) is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica lowered floor vans modified by Vantage Mobility for wheelchair accessibility. The affected vans have rear brake lines that might have been crossed during the modification. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Consequeces:
- The crossed rear brake lines will cause the rear anti-lock brake system to be ineffective, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Vantage Mobility will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear brake line attachments, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082. Vantage Mobility's number for this recall is Pac-20170525.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.