Recalls for your 1999 Dodge Viper

Recalls for 1999 Dodge Viper

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5Z0A1727

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR


Posted on: 2001-10-09
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experience cracks at the welds of the rear differential mounting bracket.

Consequence
The cracks could eventually lead to metal fatigue and dislodging of the differential mounting bracket from the frame of the vehicle.  Separation of the differential mounting bracket could result in loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and reinforce the vehicle's frame.  Owner notification began may 20, 2002.  Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes
Daimlerchrysler recallno.  998.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:RACK AND PINION:RACK


Posted on: 2001-10-09
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experiencecracking of the steering rack mounting brackets.

Consequence
The cracks could eventually lead to separation of the steering rack from the frame of the vehicle.  Separation of the steering rack could result in unexpected steering looseness and lag.

Corrective Action
All affected vehicles will have a field repair kit installed, consisting of lower frame rail reinforcement gussets and a reinforcement bracket.  Owner notification began may 20, 2002.  Owners who do not receive the free information within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no.  999.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #3 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE


Posted on: 2001-04-24
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with racing option (acr or gt2).  The 5-point racing seat belt harness, which is optional equipment on the viper may not meet the voluntary load specifications set forth by the fia (federation internationale de l'automobile).

Consequence
In the event of a crash, the harness may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action
The 5-point racing harness will be replaced.  Owner notification began february 25, 2002.  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.

Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no.979also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC


Posted on: 2006-03-13
Description
Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles.  These brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner.  Only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall.  When subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.

Consequence
Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge.  The recall began on march 20, 2006.  Owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket napa, raybestos, ac delco, aimco, carquest, and bendix brake hydraulic master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler or ford vehicles.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.