3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - TRAILER HITCHES
Posted on: 1993-07-27
Description
The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break.
Consequence
If the failure occurs, the trailer can separate from thetowing vehicle, and could result in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Replace the trailer hitch.
Notes
System: trailer hitch.equipment description: reese class ii trailer hitch, part no. 06070.note: if your vehicle is presented to the dealer from whom you purchased theitem on an agreed service date and the remedy is not provided or the remedy does correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance, please contact reese products warranty department at 1-800-326-1090, ext. 203. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSE
Posted on: 1990-09-28
Description
Improperly installed hose on the oil cooler could come in contact with the exhaust manifold and could melt.
Consequence
Engine oil could leak out with potential for engineseizure and damage and could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Properly install cooler hose clip to prevent contact with exhaust manifold.
Notes
System: engine oil cooler hose.vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles with v6 engines.
DEFECT #3 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 1990-09-28
Description
Putting in more transmission oil than specified can cause oil to bleed through air groove on to the exhaust manifold if oil temperature rises.
Consequence
This could cause smoke emission from the manifold, whichcould ignite rubber hoses and result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Replace oil level gauge and notify owners to use only the specified amount of automatic transmission fluid.
Notes
System: transmission oil level gauge.vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles with v6 engines and onlyautomatic transmission vehicles.