Recalls for your 1999 Chrysler Sebring

Recalls for 1999 Chrysler Sebring

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2008 Chrysler Sebring "Limited 160"

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2008 Chrysler Sebring "Limited 160"

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DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT


Posted on: 2001-03-12
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.  If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.  Also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

Consequence
This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.  This campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear.  Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints.  Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.

Notes
Owner notification began may 21, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR


Posted on: 2002-01-07
Description
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act.  However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency.  Vehicle description: 1998-1999 chrysler sebring jxi limited convertibles.  The steering column intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt retaining pin could snag and/or fray the edge of the driver's side floor mat.

Consequence
This could interfere with the steering control of the vehicle.

Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the steering column intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt and retaining pin.  In addition, the front floor mats will be replaced.

Notes
Daimlerchrysler has decided to conduct a customer satisfaction campaign to replace the steering column intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt,retaining pin, e-clip and the front floor mats.owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403, concerning this program.

DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS


Posted on: 2000-02-17
Description
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act.  However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency.  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.  If the convertible top cover is not installed correctly, it can separate unexpectedly from the vehicle while driving.

Consequence
If the cover separates while driving, it could distract the driver increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Owners will receive an improved convertible top cover instruction label and installation instructions.

Notes
Daimlerchrysler has decided to conduct a customer satisfaction notification to send instruction labels to owners.owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

DEFECT #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP


Posted on: 2006-10-26
Description
Certain tigas fuel pump modules manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006, sold under various brand names and p/nos.  These fuel pump modules are sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above.  Silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper valve restricting the flow of fuel to the fuel pump module.

Consequence
Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Ti automotive will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge.  The recall began on october 6, 2006.  Owners may contact ti automotive toll-free at 1-877-461-1834.

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fuel pump modules and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles by daimlerchrysler.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 #5 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING


Posted on: 2006-07-17
Description
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles.  Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during july 2006.  Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

Notes
This recall only pertains to tradesonic 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 #6 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP


Posted on: 2006-11-02
Description
Certain airtex fuel pump modules, p/nos.  E7089m, e7094m, e7113m, and e7129m, manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006.  These fuel pump modules were sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above.  Silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper valve restricting the flow of fuel to the fuel pump module.

Consequence
Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Airtex will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge.  The recall began on october 18, 2006.  Owners may contact airtex toll-free at 1-866-867-3759.

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fuel pump modules and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles by daimlerchrysler.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 #7 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2009-07-09
Description
Import products is recalling 30,351 fuel filters sold to and branded by the affinia group as carquest p/n 86523, napa p/n 3523, and wix p/n 33523 for use as replacement equipment on the vehicles listed above.  These filters may develop a leak in the hose assembly and/or connectors due to improperly adhered line connectors.

Consequence
This condition may result in a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action
The affinia group will notify owners and the filters will be replaced free of charge.  The safety recall began on august 1, 2009.  Owners may contact wix filter return center at 1-704-869-7411 or import products at 1-508-279-8207.

Notes
This recall only pertains to affinia group aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.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 #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 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP


Posted on: 2007-07-26
Description
Certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above.  The wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal is achieved.  This condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of the vehicle fuel line and the fuel pump module assembly.  

Consequence
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.

Corrective Action
Airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during july 2007.  Owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.

Notes
Airtex recall no.  Fp072007-1.this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by daimlerchrysler or mitsubishi.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.