Safety Recall NHTSA · 90V162000 Reported September 4, 1990

Brakes:hydraulic:disc:caliper

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 18,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
90V162000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
18,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 4, 1990

Defect Summary

Front disc brake caliper guide pin bolts may not have been adequately torqued and could loosen.

Safety Consequence

This could cause reduced braking effectiveness and couldresult in an accident.

Corrective Action

Properly torque front brake caliper guide pin bolts to 250 pounds.

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 90V162000 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 90V162000

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

What is recall 90V162000?

NHTSA recall 90V162000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on September 4, 1990. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:disc:caliper. The recall affects approximately 18,000 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 90V162000 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.