NHTSA Campaign Id 77V201000; Date: Nov. 16, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:1972 Chrysler New Yorker; 1973 Chrysler New Yorker; 1972 Chrysler Newport; 1973 Chrysler Newport; 1972 Dodge Monaco; 1973 Dodge Monaco; 1972 Dodge Polara; 1973 Dodge Polara; 1972 Plymouth Fury; 1973 Plymouth Fury
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 800,000
Recall Summary:An interruption of the main electrical power feed circuit from the battery and alternator may occur due to separation of a terminal connection in the wiring circuit. The terminal end of the power feed wire coming from the compartment may separate from its mating terminal on the wire going into the passenger compartment at the multiple circuit connector (known as the bulkhead connector) located on the left (driver"s) side of the engine compartment firewall.
How to Fix:Dealer will repair the engine compartment power feed circuit wire by installing an overlay wire routed around the bulkhead connector.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: electrical; wiring. Consequences of defect: interruption of this circuit can cause loss ofelectrical power to all electrical systems and accessories. Vehicle wouldbecome inoperative, which could lead to an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 23, 1978
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