NHTSA Recall 83V108000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V108000; Date: Oct. 26, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Dodge Diplomat; 1982 Plymouth Fury
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 2,400
Recall Summary:
Excessive heat may be transferred to the vehicle floor pan in the rear seat area. This occurs because the muffler heat shield was omitted during manufacture of certain fleet cars. Rear seat cushions may be scorched by heat.
How to Fix:
Heat sheilds are being sent directly to fleet owners, who may either install them personally or arrange for dealer installation.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; exhaust; muffler heat shield. Consequences of defect: a fire may start in the rear seat cushion and spreadthroughout the vehicle, resulting in possible injury to passengers.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 28, 1983
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