Chrysler to recall 24,000 vehicles over brake defect.

NATIONAL - The AP (1/19) reported, "Chrysler Group LLC is recalling 24,177 vehicles because of a defect that could result in brake failure. The recall includes 2010 models of the

• Chrysler Sebring,
• Dodge Avenger,
• Dodge Nitro,
• Jeep Commander,
• Jeep Grand Cherokee, 
• Jeep Liberty,
• 2009-10 Dodge Ram pickup."

Chrysler "said the problem was discovered during routine quality inspections and that it received no owner complaints or reports of injuries." The Wall Street Journal (1/20, Linebaugh) noted that the NHTSA announced the recall.

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FIAT will not be liable for CHRYSLER injury lawsuits – CHRYSLER vehicle injury claims - Few to NO OPTIONS remain

PALM BEACH - The Palm Beach Post (6/28, Paul) reported, "Because of the way Chrysler's exit plan was structured, Fiat will not be exposed to pre-existing suits. Lawyers say that will remove any incentive for settlements, the most common outcome in such suits." Lawyers for plaintiffs against Chrysler "agree they have few options left, since the Chrysler-Fiat deal is done."

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www.palmbeachpost.com/pbcsouth/content/business/epaper/2009/06/28/sunbiz_chryslersuits_0628.html

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