Date: 24.10.1996
Component: Seat Belts > Integrated Child Seat
Manufacturer: Chrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with integral child seats. this is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. on the integral child seat, the shoulder belts restraining the child retract and lock in place after the belt buckle is connected to the latch plate. the latch plate movement locks the belts to make sure the child is restrained in the case of a vehicle crash.
Consequencs:
The latch plate located in the seat cushion area must be free to move back against its stop after the buckle is removed to allow the shoulder belts to be pulled out. always be sure the area around the latch plate is free of food or other items that might prevent the latch plate from moving back.
Notes:
Owners are being provided with a video tape and 2 harness clips. the video tape instructs owners on the proper use and maintenance of the child seats.
Date: 24.10.1996
Component: Seat Belts > Integrated Child Seat
Manufacturer: Chrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with integral child seats. this is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. on the integral child seat, the shoulder belts restraining the child retract and lock in place after the belt buckle is connected to the latch plate. the latch plate movement locks the belts to make sure the child is restrained in the case of a vehicle crash.
Consequencs:
The latch plate located in the seat cushion area must be free to move back against its stop after the buckle is removed to allow the shoulder belts to be pulled out. always be sure the area around the latch plate is free of food or other items that might prevent the latch plate from moving back.
Notes:
Owners are being provided with a video tape and 2 harness clips. the video tape instructs owners on the proper use and maintenance of the child seats.
Date: 09.08.1999
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Delivery > Fuel Pump
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: minivans. fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
Consequencs:
if a fuel leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module attaching nut with a nut that includes tighter design tolerances. the sealing o-ring will also be replaced.
Date: 06.08.1998
Component: Child Seat
Manufacturer: Chrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: mini vans equipped with integrated child seats. the shoulder harness restraint on the integrated child seat can become difficult to extract when the safety belt latch plate becomes contaminated.
Consequencs:
This can cause difficulty in releasing a child from the restraint.
Notes:
Dealers will clean the latch mechanism. an extender will be added to the emergency release anchor for the child seat safety belts so that the release clips are more visible and accessible to the operator in the event that the retractor mechanism can not be unlocked. in addition, an instructional owner's manual supplement card will be provided.
Date: 06.08.1998
Component: Child Seat
Manufacturer: Chrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: mini vans equipped with integrated child seats. the shoulder harness restraint on the integrated child seat can become difficult to extract when the safety belt latch plate becomes contaminated.
Consequencs:
This can cause difficulty in releasing a child from the restraint.
Notes:
Dealers will clean the latch mechanism. an extender will be added to the emergency release anchor for the child seat safety belts so that the release clips are more visible and accessible to the operator in the event that the retractor mechanism can not be unlocked. in addition, an instructional owner's manual supplement card will be provided.
Date: 07.11.2002
Component: Air Bags > Frontal
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
On certain mini vans, the clockspring assembly may have been wound incorrectly during the vehicle assembly process.
Consequencs:
This condition will manifest itself through illumination of the air bag warning lamp, and could eventually result in a driver's air bag open circuit, if the part is not replaced in a reasonable amount of time.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. an extended lifetime warranty will also be placed on this component for all affected vehicles, regardless of mileage. daimlerchrysler will also reimburse owners who have paid to have the clockspring replaced on their vehicles. owner notification began november 18, 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.
Date: 07.11.2002
Component: Air Bags > Frontal
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
On certain mini vans, the clockspring assembly may have been wound incorrectly during the vehicle assembly process.
Consequencs:
This condition will manifest itself through illumination of the air bag warning lamp, and could eventually result in a driver's air bag open circuit, if the part is not replaced in a reasonable amount of time.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. an extended lifetime warranty will also be placed on this component for all affected vehicles, regardless of mileage. daimlerchrysler will also reimburse owners who have paid to have the clockspring replaced on their vehicles. owner notification began november 18, 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.
Date: 07.11.2002
Component: Air Bags > Frontal
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
On certain mini vans, the clockspring assembly may have been wound incorrectly during the vehicle assembly process.
Consequencs:
This condition will manifest itself through illumination of the air bag warning lamp, and could eventually result in a driver's air bag open circuit, if the part is not replaced in a reasonable amount of time.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. an extended lifetime warranty will also be placed on this component for all affected vehicles, regardless of mileage. daimlerchrysler will also reimburse owners who have paid to have the clockspring replaced on their vehicles. owner notification began november 18, 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.
Date: 13.09.2000
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Fuel Injection System
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. owner notification began on january 25, 2002. due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. 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.
Date: 13.09.2000
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Fuel Injection System
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. owner notification began on january 25, 2002. due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. 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.
Date: 13.09.2000
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Fuel Injection System
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. owner notification began on january 25, 2002. due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. 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.
Date: 13.09.2000
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Fuel Injection System
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. owner notification began on january 25, 2002. due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. 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.
Date: 13.09.2000
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Fuel Injection System
Manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Description:
Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. owner notification began on january 25, 2002. due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. 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.
Date: 18.07.1996
Component: Seat Belts > Integrated Child Seat
Manufacturer: Chrysler Corporation
Description:
The bolts which secure the integrated child seat modules to the seat frame can break.
Consequencs:
In the event of a vehicle accident, the child seat may not provide adequate protection to the occupant.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the integrated child seat module bolts.
Date: 29.10.1996
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Foundation Components > Master Cylinder
Manufacturer: Chrysler Corporation
Description:
The master cylinder rear seal, between the hydraulic fluid and the vacuum reservoir, may not seal adequately allowing hydraulic fluid to be drawn into the power assist vacuum reservoir.
Consequencs:
As the hydraulic fluid in the master cylinder reservoir decreases, the level sensor will detect the loss of fluid and illuminate the instrument panel brake warning lamp. continued operation of the vehicle with the warning lamp illuminated can result in extended stopping distances.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder on all affected vehicles. addendum (4-14-97): vehicles inspected per chrysler recall no. 707 and found to be outside the listed suspect master cylinder date code range, must now have the master cylinder primary piston replaced (chrysler recall no. 714).
