NHTSA Recall 01V313000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V313000; Date: Oct. 4, 2001
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Dodge Viper; 1997 Dodge Viper; 1998 Dodge Viper; 1999 Dodge Viper; 2000 Dodge Viper
Component: Steering:rack And Pinion:rack
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 7,050
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 20, 2002
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