Safety Recall NHTSA · 97V170000 Reported October 7, 1997

Chrysler/front and abs brakes

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 7,500 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
97V170000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
7,500
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 7, 1997

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks (2 wheel drive only). the front brake hoses or anti-lock brake system (abs) sensor wire may be abraded at the front wheels by contact with a front wheelhouse splash shield.

Safety Consequence

Prolonged brake hose contact can cause a partial loss of the braking system. prolonged abs sensor wire contact can cause a loss of abs function.

Corrective Action

Dealers will trim the front wheelhouse splash shields and the brake hoses and abs sensor wires will be inspected. if evidence of abrasion is found on any hose or abs wire, they will be replaced.

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 97V170000 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 97V170000

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

What is recall 97V170000?

NHTSA recall 97V170000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on October 7, 1997. It addresses: Chrysler/front and abs brakes. The recall affects approximately 7,500 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 97V170000 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.