Steering shaft/rear brake tube clearance
Defect Summary
Chrysler is recalling 1,585 my 2007-2008 jeep wrangler, right hand drive only, vehicles. some vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the steering intermediate shaft and rear brake tubes.
Safety Consequence
Prolonged brake tube contact could wear a hole in the tube and cause a partial brake system loss. this could cause a crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a revised brake tube clip to retain the tubes, inspect the brake tubes for damage due to potential contact with the steering intermediate shaft, and replace the brake tubes if necessary. the recall began on june 30, 2008. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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FAQ: Recall 08V202000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V202000?
NHTSA recall 08V202000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 6, 2008. It addresses: Steering shaft/rear brake tube clearance. The recall affects approximately 1,709 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 08V202000 or the manufacturer campaign number H17. 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.