NHTSA Recall 80V136000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V136000; Date: Oct. 15, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Dodge Omni; 1979 Dodge Omni; 1978 Plymouth Horizon; 1979 Plymouth Horizon
Component: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 425,000
Recall Summary:
The alternator field wiring terminal connections on the involved vehicles may loosen due to vibration, possibly resulting in an open circuit condition. Should this occur, alternator electrical output to support the vehicles electrical loads and the battery charging system would be lost. This would eventually result in obvious malfunctions of various electrical systems (dimming of lights, reduction in radio volume, etc. ).
How to Fix:
Dealer will install an alternator repair kit which includes a new alternator wiring harness as well as new terminals. Dealer will also inspect the vehicle for the presence of a required second alternator ground strap and add one if necessary.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: electrical; alternator, generator. Consequences of defect: with continued operation, the vehicle would becomedisabled and subject to an accident on the road.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 18, 1980
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