CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.
- Risk
- A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE8.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A right rear brake caliper on certain vehicles may have been fractured during manufacturing. A cracked caliper can fail, which reduces braking performance and raises the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will inspect the right rear brake caliper and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. The recall began February 7, 2020. If you own an affected vehicle, contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 and reference recall number VE8. You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fiat 500X | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Jeep Renegade | 2020 |