Diamler Trucks has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 2009 and 2010 Heavy Duty trucks and FCCC Chassis (used on Thomas Built School Buses) manufactured from June 11 through December 16, 2008 equipped with certain Haldex quick release valves (QRV).  They stated that the rubber diaphram inside the QRV may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphram, or the development of a bubble in the diaphram which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.

Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.  Diamler trucks will notify owners and repair buses free of charge.  Repairs will be preformed by Diamler Trucks North America.  The recall is expected to begin on or about August 7, 2009.  Owners may contact Diamler trucks toll free at 1-800-547-0712.

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Chrysler has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 2009 Dodge Ram light duty trucks equipped with manual temperature control (MTC) only.  They stated that the software programmed into the heating ventilation and air conditioning module may cause the windshield defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative.

This can decrease the driver’s visibility under certain driving conditions and result in a crash without warning.  Dealers will reprogram the HVAC madule free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during June 2009.  Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

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Chrysler has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 2009 Dodge Journey, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander and Wrangler vehicles.  They stated that wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector.  The driver’s airbag may not deploy as intended.

In the event of a crash, the driver’s airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.  Dealers will inspect the driver’s airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during May 2009.  Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Chrysler has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 2009 Dodge Journey, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander and Wrangler vehicles.  They stated that wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector.  The driver’s airbag may not deploy as intended.

In the event of a crash, the driver’s airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.  Dealers will inspect the driver’s airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during May 2009.  Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Chrysler has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2005 Dodge Durango.    They stated the fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling.  This could allow some fuel to escape from the vehicle through the filler neck at the end of refueling.

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.  Dealers wil inspect the fuel tank inlet check valve.  Vehicles found to have a suspect inlet check valve will have the fuel tank assembly replaced free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during April 2009.  Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Chrysler has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 2009 Dodge Journey equipped without optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet.  An unused electrical connector for the optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet option may become corroded and could short circuit.

If the fuse for this circuit does not blow, the connector could overheat and potentialy catch fire.  Dealers will re-route and stow the 115 volt auxiliary power outlet connector and pull the 25 amp fuse to remove power from this unused circuit free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during March 2009.  Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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