NHTSA Campaign Id 97V063002; Date: May. 12, 1997
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
1992 Dodge Colt; 1993 Dodge Colt; 1992 Eagle Summit; 1993 Eagle Summit; 1992 Plymouth Colt; 1993 Plymouth Colt
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 46,000
Excess lubrication can cause the rubber door latch switch cover to deform, and the door latch switch to malfunction, so that the shoulder belt anchorage would remain at the a-pillar when the door was closed.
Dealers will replace the door latch switch with a switch that utilizes reduced lubricating grease, improved contact surface, and a different rubber isolation boot.
Owner notification:owner notification will be phased into three mailings with the first mailing beginning during August 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 5, 1997
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