Safety Recall NHTSA · 04E026000 Reported April 8, 2004

Cardone/power brake booster

Cardone Industries, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 297 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04E026000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
297
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
April 8, 2004

Defect Summary

Power brake boosters, p/n 54-74421, intended for installation on model year 1998-1999 dodge ram 1500 pickup trucks and manufactured between march 1 and december 12, 2003.

Safety Consequence

Under these conditions, the vehicle operator may not be able to stop the car, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the the power brake booster or provide a full refund. the recall began april 20, 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cardone at 215-912-3049.

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 Cardone Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04E026000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04E026000

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

What is recall 04E026000?

NHTSA recall 04E026000 was issued by Cardone Industries, Inc. on April 8, 2004. It addresses: Cardone/power brake booster. The recall affects approximately 297 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Cardone Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E026000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.