NHTSA Recall 84V115000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V115000; Date: Sep. 24, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Dodge Ramcharger; 1981 Dodge Ramcharger; 1982 Dodge Ramcharger; 1983 Dodge Ramcharger; 1984 Dodge Ramcharger; 1985 Dodge Ramcharger; 1980 Plymouth Trailbuster; 1981 Plymouth Trailbuster; 1982 Plymouth Trailbuster; 1983 Plymouth Trailbuster; 1984 Plymouth Trailbuster; 1985 Plymouth Trailbuster
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 8,800
Recall Summary:
Vehicles are not in compliance with the impact test requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, "fuel system integrity. " the structure of the rear step bumper may not withstand a rear end collision similar to the force created in testing; fuel leakage may occur upon impact.
How to Fix:
A fuel tank protective skid plate will be installed free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with step bumpersbut not equipped with fuel tank skid plates. System: fuel system; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: leaking fuel could result in vehicle fire and personalinjury.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 13, 1985
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