NHTSA Recall 83V103000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V103000; Date: Sep. 27, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Dodge B100; 1982 Dodge B100; 1983 Dodge B100; 1981 Dodge B200; 1982 Dodge B200; 1983 Dodge B200; 1981 Dodge B300; 1982 Dodge B300; 1983 Dodge B300
Component: Structure:body:bumpers
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 616
Recall Summary:
Vehicles may not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity". In an impact test from the rear, the bumper support structure deformed enough to allow contact of a support bracket with the fuel tank.
How to Fix:
All recalled vehicles will receive frame reinforcements plus two load-bearing rub strips and protective impact shielding. Additionally, a corner of the bumper bracket will be removed.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with special rear step bumpers. System: structure; rear step bumper. Consequences of defect: contact of the bracket with the fuel tank may result infuel leakage and the possibility of a vehicle fire in the event of a rear endcollision.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 17, 1984
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