NHTSA Recall 82V095000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V095000; Date: Oct. 5, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Dodge B150; 1983 Dodge B250; 1983 Dodge B350; 1983 Dodge D123; 1983 Dodge Ramcharger; 1983 Dodge W123; 1983 Plymouth Voyager
Component: Electrical System:ignition:switch
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,725
Recall Summary:
Ignition switches installed in the involved vehicles may have been distorted during a crimping operation which resulted in the internal plastic contact carrier of the switch cracking. Pieces of a cracked carrier may break away, permitting abnormal switch electrical contact and the potential for starter actuaton when the switch is turned to the accessory position.
How to Fix:
All suspect ignition switches will be replaced without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: pickup trucks and vans. System: electrical; ignition switches. Consequences of defect: although the engine will not be started, limitedvehicle movement may occur on manual transmission equipped vehicles if theparking brake is not engaged. This could result in a vehicle accident or injuryto persons outside the vehicle.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 30, 1982
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