NHTSA Recall 91V004000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V004000; Date: Oct. 2, 1991
Corrosion of the resistor terminals increases electricalresistance, leading to overheating and possble ignition of the wiring connectorsand insulation, causing a fire in the cowl area.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 Chrysler Fifth Avenue; 1990 Chrysler New Yorker; 1991 Chrysler New Yorker; 1990 Dodge Dynasty; 1991 Dodge Dynasty
Component: Visibility:defroster/defogger System:windshield:blower
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 125,000
Recall Summary:
Water leaking under windshield cowl in area above heater blower motor resistor block results in corrosion of the resistor terminals.
How to Fix:
The blower motor resistor block will be replaced, and a mastic patch applied to seal the cowl against water entry. Damaged wire connectors will be replaced.
Recall Notes:
System: heater blower motor resistor block. Vehicle description: passenger cars without automatic temperature controlsystem.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 4, 1991
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