1974 DODGE MB400 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

80V027000 on 04/03/1980

Component:

Structure:frame and members

Manufactured:

02/28/1970 - 07/31/1978

Affected:

1,000,000

Defect:

The front rail extension may experience fatigue cracking near the area where the power steering gear attaches to the frame. if the crack progresses through most or all of the rail section, steering system free play accompanied by metallic rattle noise will be experienced.

Correction:

Affected vehicles will be weld repaired and a reinforcement rod will be installed over the cracked area.

Notes:

Vehicle description: light trucks.system: structure; left front frame rail.consequences of defect: the crack condition may cause a complete loss ofsteering and an accident.

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Campaign:

80V073000 on 07/28/1980

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper

Manufactured:

06/30/1972 - 12/31/1976

Affected:

350,000

Defect:

Due to a combination of disc brake pad wear and turn stop wear on certain vehicles, there may be an increase in brake pedal travel and a reduction in front braking effectiveness following a full turn. also, a frame crack could develop and could extend through all or most of the rail section.

Correction:

Upon inspection dealer will replace either the left or right turn stop bracket to correct the front brakes. if frame is cracked it will be welded and a rod reinforcement will be installed over the cracked area.

Notes:

Vehicle description: light trucks.system: service brakes; front wheel disc brakes, structure; front frame railextension.consequences of defect: the reduction in front wheel braking effectivenesscould result in a vehicle accident in situations which require minimum stoppingdistance. if an extensive crack develops in the frame rail, increased steeringsystem play and difficulty in handling of vehicle could also lead to anaccident.note: a crack in the frame may be accompanied by a metallic rattling noise asthe two edges scrape against each other.

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