Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V204000 Reported September 11, 1979

Brakes:hydraulic:lines:hose:non-metallic

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 6,617 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V204000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
6,617
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 11, 1979

Defect Summary

The front brake hose routing on the involved vehicles may allow interference between the hoses and the front tires during extreme turning angles.

Corrective Action

Special brake hose restraining straps will be installed on each involved vehicle to relocate both front hoses and ensure that adequate hose to tire clearance is maintained.

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 79V204000 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 79V204000

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

What is recall 79V204000?

NHTSA recall 79V204000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on September 11, 1979. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:lines:hose:non-metallic. The recall affects approximately 6,617 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 79V204000 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.