Rear suspension spring hat retrofit
Defect Summary
The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan mobility conversions which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. during conversion, the chassis was raised and the floor was lowered to accommodate wheelchair accessibility features. in raising the chassis, the rear spring hats come into closer proximity to the rear tires. in rough or aggressive driving situations the tires may intermittently contact the rear spring hats.
Safety Consequence
Contact between the tire spring hat may wear a hole in the tire over time. this may result in loss of vehicle control in the event of tire pressure loss increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on june 4, 2010. owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Braun Corporation or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 10V164000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V164000?
NHTSA recall 10V164000 was issued by Braun Corporation on April 23, 2010. It addresses: Rear suspension spring hat retrofit. The recall affects approximately 834 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Braun Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V164000 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.