Recalls for 1990 Plymouth Laser

4 recalls found.

All Plymouth Recalls

1990 1g DSM, stock and modified

my spin on a first generation Mitsubishi Eclipse/Eagle Talon/Plymouth Laser as a six wide minifig-scale/cartoony easthetic model.

The Eclipse/Talon/Laser, all built under the since defunct 'DSM' (diamond star motors) alliance between Chrysler and Mitsubishi, were a bunch of short-lived but iconic sports cars from the early 90s. Although largely restricted to US-markets and today mosty wrecked or wrenched to beyond recognition, especially the all-wheel-drive and turbo models unmistakably left a mark on car enthusiast- and tuner culture where they occupied a spot that would eventually be claimed by the 2nd generation made famous through the 'Fast and Furious' franchise and the legendary Lancer Evo models as their spiritual successors.

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 1995-05-24
Description
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break.  These red plastic release buttons are marked press.  If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

Consequence
The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks.  They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button.  The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed.  If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge.  The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

Notes
System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger, multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Posted on: 1989-08-07
Description
Wiring harness for the headlamps may break due to the stress created by the headlamp pop up devices.

Consequence
Breakage of the wiring harness causes loss ofheadlamp illumination which could have a potential for an accident.

Corrective Action
Headlamp wiring harness routing will be modified and damaged wires repaired.

Notes
System:electrical, underhood wiring harness.vehicle description:passenger cars.

DEFECT #3 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Posted on: 1991-01-04
Description
Diluted primer may have been used on the windshield opening flanges prior to windshield glass installation which would not provide the retention required by fmvss 212.

Consequence
Windshields would not prevent ejection of vehicleoccupants during a vehicle crash, which causes serious injuries and fatalities.

Corrective Action
Replace windshields, associated parts, and primer.

Notes
Syste: windshield mounting; fmvss 212.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #4 - VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 1990-03-30
Description
Operation of sunroof in non-standard manner may cause male hinge disengagement from the roof hinge receiver.

Consequence
The sunroof glass could detach from the roof and resultin injury to occupants or persons in the vicinity, especially if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion.

Corrective Action
Replace male hinge with a modified version to increase roof hinge receiver retention ability.

Notes
Note: this recall applies only to diamond star motors installed sunroofs.chrysler corporation's plymouth and eagle dealerships and mitsubishi motor salesof america will implement the recall action.system: sunroof hinges.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with dsm manufactured sunroofs.