3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
When the accelerator pedal on the involved vehicles is depressed and the accelerator pump is activated, a distorted accelerator pump seal in the carburetor may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a seal of improved distortion resistance. The carburetor will also be checked for the proper float level.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 225 or 318 cid engines.system: fuel; carburetor accelerator pump seal.consequences of defect: this may result in hesitation or lack of response whendriver attempts to accelerate. Engine stalling may occur in some cases; thiscould lead to a vehicle accident in certain traffic situations.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
Chrysler campaign no 187.possibility that the tandem power brake boosterinstalled may experience diaphragm failure, resulting from prolonged exposureto high ambient temperatures.if this condition exists, the diaphragm canbecome brittle and may cause a vacuum leak failure, resulting in reducedbooster effectiveness.(correct by insepcting and installing heat shield toinsulate the booster from the exhaust manifold).
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
Chrysler campaign no 194.police and taxi fleet.police and taxi fleetvehicles equipped with special handling package suspension.possibility thatthe front suspension lower control arm strut (passenger side only) attachmentto frame may loosen and disengage as the result of heavy braking loads and highdegree of suspension movement experienced in severe fleet service.(correct byinspecting and reworking right side strut to frame attachments on all involvedvehicles).