NHTSA Recall 91V037000

NHTSA Campaign Id 91V037000; Date: Mar. 4, 1991

This could increase electrical resistance that couldoverheat and ignite the fuse block and terminal wiring, resulting in aninstrument panel fire.

Recalled Vehicles:

1988 Renault Medallion;  1989 Renault Medallion

Component: Electrical System:fuses And Circuit Breakers

Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation

Affected Units:: 30,000

Recall Summary:

Fuse block wiring terminals may not adequately clamp the positive electrical connection of heater blower motor fuse blades.

How to Fix:

Modify fuse block terminal to ensure adequate retention clamp load on heater blower fuse blades.

Recall Notes:

System: heater blower motor. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 8, 1991

Also see:

All recalls of Renault vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.