NHTSA Recall 97V169000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V169000; Date: Oct. 7, 1997
Loss of steering control can occur.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Dodge Neon; 1995 Plymouth Neon
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 375,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during November 1997. Owners who take their vehicles 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 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 15, 1997
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