Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V481000 Reported October 8, 2004

Daimlerchrysler/hydraulic brake system

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 115 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V481000
Manufacturer Campaign
D45
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
115
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 8, 2004

Defect Summary

Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock braking system (abs), 2.4l high output turbocharged engine, and 5-speed manual transaxle, may exhibit inadequate clearance between the left front brake tube and the transaxle housing.

Safety Consequence

Contact between the brake tube and the transaxle housing over an extended period of time may eventually lead to perforation of the brake tube, which could lead to a loss of braking force in the left front/right rear circuit of vehicle.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install revised brake tubes. the recall began october 25, 2004. owners 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 04V481000 or campaign D45.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V481000

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

What is recall 04V481000?

NHTSA recall 04V481000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on October 8, 2004. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/hydraulic brake system. The recall affects approximately 115 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 04V481000 or the manufacturer campaign number D45. 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.