NHTSA Recall 01V312000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V312000; Date: Oct. 4, 2001
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Dodge Viper; 1997 Dodge Viper; 1998 Dodge Viper; 1999 Dodge Viper
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 4,645
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 20, 2002
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