Chrysler 300, Caliber, Grand Cherokee And 1 More Recall R/2007/042: Rear Brakes May Lock, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 6 Jun 2007
- Launched
- 1,207
- vehicles in the UK
- F50
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chrysler recalled 300, Caliber, Grand Cherokee and 1 more vehicles. The ABS control unit may be programmed incorrectly. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affect to re-programme the ABS control module. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The ABS control unit may be programmed incorrectly. This may lead to the rear brakes locking up during certain braking conditions.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR BRAKES MAY LOCK Defect: The ABS control unit may be programmed incorrectly. This may lead to the rear brakes locking up during certain braking conditions. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affect to re-programme the ABS control module.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the rear brakes locking up during certain braking conditions.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affect to re-programme the ABS control module. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
300, Caliber, Grand Cherokee and 1 more may be included. Chrysler estimates 1,207 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chrysler, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chrysler.
- Book with any franchised Chrysler dealer, quoting the campaign code F50 or the DVSA reference R/2007/042. See how to get a Chrysler recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum, Jeep Commander and 1 morePossible loss of vehicle safety features | Urgent | R/2015/200 | |
| 200, 300, Cherokee, Dodge Challenger and 3 moreVehicle electronic systems may malfunction | Low | R/2015/191 | |
| Grand CherokeeEngine may stall | Urgent | R/2015/064 | |
| Cherokee, Dodge Caliber, Grand Voyager, Jeep Compass and 4 moreSteering column performance during an impact may be compromised | Urgent | R/2011/081 | |
| WranglerBraking efficiency may be affected | Urgent | R/2010/142 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chrysler recall launched before it was R/2006/187 on 1 Apr 2007, for ball joints may fail. The one launched after it was R/2007/043 on 20 Jul 2007, for wheel seperation may occur. You can also see every Chrysler recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/042, launched 6 June 2007. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.