Issue ID | 1496765 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11128624 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | CHARGER |
Model Year | 2016 |
File date | 08/06/18 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge charger. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was engaged, the brakes made a squeaking noise and the vehicle jerked. The contact also noticed that the rotors and brake pads were abnormally covered in black dust. The vehicle was taken to west herr dodge (3551 southwestern boulevard, orchard park, new york, 14127, (716)-235-2960) numerous times regarding the brake failure. The dealer test drove the vehicle and found that the brakes emitted a squeaking noise. The dealer cleaned the brakes and replaced the rear brakes and rotors; however, the repair did not correct the squeaking and jerking failures. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who replaced the front brakes and rotors; however, the repair did not correct the brake failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 14,127. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 14127 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BUFFALO, NY |
VIN pattern | 2C3CDXJGXGHXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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