Large Recall NHTSA · 01V154000 Reported May 8, 2001

Daimlerchrysler/brake booster vacuum hose

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 353,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V154000
Manufacturer Campaign
983
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
353,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 8, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. in the presence of oil and heat, the brake booster vacuum hose could swell and loosen from the intake manifold.

Safety Consequence

This could cause a loss of power brake assist and an increase in engine idle speed.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum hose. owner notification began july 2, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 01V154000 or campaign 983.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V154000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V154000?

NHTSA recall 01V154000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 8, 2001. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/brake booster vacuum hose. The recall affects approximately 353,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V154000 or the manufacturer campaign number 983. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.