Lebaron Coupe L4-135 2.2L SOHC Turbo VIN A FI (1989)
Brake Pad: Recalls
Recall - Front and Rear Brake Linings
No. 540
September, 1992
To:
All Dodge and Chrysler-Plymouth Dealers
Subject:
Safety Recall # 540 -- Front and Rear Brake Linings
Models:
1989 Model Year Dodge Daytona (AG-Body) and Chrysler LeBaron 2-Door Coupe and Convertible (AJ-Body) Equipped With 15" Brakes and Built
From Beginning of Model Year Through December 31, 1988
Note:
Only the above vehicles sold or currently registered in "Salt Belt" states (where large amounts of road salt are used for snow and ice removal) are
involved.
The bonded front and rear disc brake linings on involved vehicles may separate from the brake shoe plates due to corrosion deterioration resulting from
operation in geographic areas using large amounts of road salt for snow and ice removal. To correct the condition, the front and rear brake shoe and
lining assemblies must be replaced.
Note:
The same model vehicles with 14" brakes are involved in a separate recall, # 539. Only the rear brake linings are bonded on vehicles equipped with
14" brakes.
Details of this recall are explained in the following sections.
Note:
No videotape of the service procedure for this recall will be provided.
Dealer Notification & Vehicle List
Involved dealers: Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address) will receive a copy of this
dealer recall notification letter and a list of the involved vehicles by Certified Mail.
Important:
Dealer notification by Certified Mail is required by federal law for all safety recalls. Responsible dealership personnel should be instructed to sign
for this Certified Mail without hesitation as it concerns urgent safety recall information.
The Vehicle List is arranged in Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. The lists are for dealer
reference in arranging for service of involved vehicles.
All other dealers: Each Dodge and Chrysler-Plymouth dealer who does not receive a Vehicle List will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification
letter by first class mail.
DIAL System Function 70
All involved vehicles will be entered to DIAL System Function 70 at the time of recall implementation for dealer inquiry by VIN as needed.