NHTSA Recall 79V232000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V232000; Date: Oct. 22, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Chrysler Cordoba; 1980 Dodge Mirada
Component: Structure
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 4,000
Recall Summary:
The defect involves the potential for exhaust gas (containing carbon monoxide) entry into the passenger compartment which can occur as a result of improperly retained plastic sealing plugs in the rear quarter panel/trunk area of the vehicle. Carbon monoxide is a toxic gas which in sufficient quantity and exposure time is potentially lethal.
How to Fix:
Dealer will install improved quarter panel sealing plugs without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: structure; frame members and body. Consequences of defect: exhaust gas entry into the passenger compartment cancause carbon monoxide poisoning of occupants, resulting in illness or death.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 10, 1979
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