NHTSA Campaign Id 84V116000; Date: Sep. 24, 1984
1985 Dodge Charger; 1985 Dodge Omni; 1985 Plymouth Horizon; 1985 Plymouth Turismo
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 2,385
An emissions system valve may allow an overly rich mixture (excessive fuel) in the engine during deceleration. The mixture of air and excessive fuel can cause the engine to stall while stopping, coasting, or turning.
All involved vehicles will be corrected by removing the emissions system valve and installing a vacuum line connector in its place.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2. 2 liter carburetedengines. System: fuel; emission control vapor canister vacuum purge delay valve. Consequences of defect: a stalled vehicle may present a hazard to traffic andcould cause an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 13, 1984
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