Chrysler Ypsilon Recall R/2012/140: Braking Efficiency May Be Reduced, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 7 Dec 2012
- Launched
- 16
- vehicles in the UK
- 5678
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chrysler recalled Ypsilon vehicles built between 1 June 2012 and 30 September 2012. A connector on the brake servo pipe may fail and cause a loss of vacuum assistance necessitating the driver to include additional effort when braking. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a new brake servo pipe. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A connector on the brake servo pipe may fail and cause a loss of vacuum assistance necessitating the driver to include additional effort when braking.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED Defect: A connector on the brake servo pipe may fail and cause a loss of vacuum assistance necessitating the driver to include additional effort when braking. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a new brake servo pipe.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: braking efficiency may be reduced.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a new brake servo pipe.
Are You Affected?
Ypsilon built between 1 June 2012 and 30 September 2012 may be included. Chrysler estimates 16 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 5678 or the DVSA reference R/2012/140. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| YpsilonHeadlights may fail | Book soon | R/2015/228 | |
| YpsilonABS may fail | Urgent | R/2012/030 | |
| YpsilonEngine may cut out | Urgent | R/2012/029 | |
| Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand CherokeeBraking performance may be reduced | Urgent | R/2016/116 | |
| 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum, Jeep Commander and 1 morePossible loss of vehicle safety features | Urgent | R/2015/200 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chrysler recall launched before it was R/2012/046 on 27 Apr 2012, for possibility of loss of control. The one launched after it was R/2013/088 on 16 Sep 2013, for incorrect side airbag may deploy. You can also see every Chrysler recall, all recalls launched in 2012 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/140, launched 7 December 2012. 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.