NHTSA Campaign Id 79V260000; Date: Dec. 14, 1979
1978 Dodge B300
Component: Visibility:defroster/defogger System:windshield:controls/wiring
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 131
The involved vehicles contain defective fan blower switches that could in certain instances generate an excess of heat in the instrument panel.
The vent fan system will be reduced to a single speed operation to avoid overheating in the instrument panel.
Vehicle description: trucks. System: electric; power roof vent system. Consequences of defect: a fire could start in the instrument panel and causeserious injury to passengers.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 10, 1979
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