Dodge Recall 95V-199: Service brakes, hydraulic – power assist

Affected: 1996 Dodge Dakota. Filed with NHTSA on October 20, 1995, covering about 600 vehicles.

The problem

The power brake booster vacuum hose could be improperly installed and not clamped to the brake booster vacuum nipple.

The risk

A disconnected vacuum hose can cause an increase in engine idle speed and loss of brake power assist during brake application without prior warning.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the brake booster vacuum hose connection is fully seated and clamped to the vacuum check valve nipple at the brake booster.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign95V-199 (95V199000)
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentService brakes, hydraulic › Power assist
Report dateOctober 20, 1995
Owners notifiedNovember 29, 1995
Vehicles affected600
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the brakes

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 95V-199 repair free?

Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the brake booster vacuum hose connection is fully seated and clamped to the vacuum check valve nipple at the brake booster.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 600 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.