9 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Posted on: 1997-05-08
Description
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Drivers can mistakenly step on the accelerator pedal when they intend to step on the brake pedal.
Consequence
Pedal misapplication by a driver can cause unintended acceleration.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a shift interlock on the automatic transmission of these vehicles.
Notes
Note:chrysler has decided to conduct a safety improvement campaign to install a shift interlock on these vehicles.owners can contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1986-12-17
Description
A stud may have been installed on top of the intake manifold of engine that could contact the fuel supply hose. Consequence of defect: chafing of the fuel hose could occur which could result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Remove stud and replace fuel supply hose and line assembly on vehicles with accumulated mileage.
Notes
System: engine manifold/fuel hose.vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles equipped with i-6 engines.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1986-12-10
Description
Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. Consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers.
Notes
System: steering linkage couplers.vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles.
DEFECT #4 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1987-03-02
Description
Cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation.
Consequence
Inconsistent cruise control operation could result inloss of control and an accident.
Corrective Action
Replace module, as necessary.
Notes
System: cruise control.vehicle description: multi purpose vehicles with cruise control.
DEFECT #5 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC
Posted on: 1988-07-13
Description
Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
Consequence
This would result in loss of power brake assist and anincrease in stopping distance.
Corrective Action
Replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.
Notes
System: power brakes.vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 2.1 liter turbo diesel engine.
DEFECT #6 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1987-03-25
Description
Vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body.
Consequence
This could prevent the accelerator from returning toidle when released.
Corrective Action
Replace suspect throttle bodies.
Notes
System: throtle/accelerator.vehicle description: multi purpose vehicles equipped with 4.0 l engines.
DEFECT #7 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2006-03-23
Description
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #8 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2009-04-07
Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
DEFECT #9 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Posted on: 2009-05-11
Description
Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .