1996 DODGE VIPER Recalls (3)
- Campaign:
- 01V312000 on 10/08/2001
- Component:
- Suspension:rear
- Manufactured:
- 05/31/1995 - 02/28/1999
- Affected:
- 4,645
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experience cracks at the welds of the rear differential mounting bracket.
- Consequence:
- The cracks could eventually lead to metal fatigue and dislodging of the differential mounting bracket from the frame of the vehicle. separation of the differential mounting bracket could result in loss of vehicle control.
- Correction:
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles and reinforce the vehicle's frame. owner notification began may 20, 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- Notes:
- Daimlerchrysler recallno. 998.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 01V313000 on 10/08/2001
- Component:
- Steering:rack and pinion:rack
- Manufactured:
- 05/31/1995 - 10/01/2000
- Affected:
- 7,050
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experiencecracking of the steering rack mounting brackets.
- Consequence:
- The cracks could eventually lead to separation of the steering rack from the frame of the vehicle. separation of the steering rack could result in unexpected steering looseness and lag.
- Correction:
- All affected vehicles will have a field repair kit installed, consisting of lower frame rail reinforcement gussets and a reinforcement bracket. owner notification began may 20, 2002. owners who do not receive the free information within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- Notes:
- Daimlerchrysler recall no. 999.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 06E022000 on 03/12/2006
- Component:
- Service brakes, hydraulic
- Affected:
- 7,440
- Defect:
- Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. these brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. when subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.
- Consequence:
- Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
- Correction:
- Affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2006. owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.
- Notes:
- This recall only pertains to aftermarket napa, raybestos, ac delco, aimco, carquest, and bendix brake hydraulic master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler or ford vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
1996 DODGE VIPER TSBs (46)
- Bulletin:
- 9568
- Component:
- 185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
- Summary:
- update engine electronics idle adaptive memory and wide-open throttle verification. warm engine. idle w/ and w/o a/c on. turn engine off. w/ drb iii, turn ignition 'on' w/o starting engine. depress accelerator pedal, verify wide-open throt
- Bulletin:
- 080197
- Component:
- 116200 electrical system:ignition:module
- Summary:
- Jtec powertrain control module wiring harness connector repair packages. *jd
- Bulletin:
- 230397
- Component:
- 161000 structure:frame and members
- Summary:
- Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 181597
- Component:
- 116200 electrical system:ignition:module
- Summary:
- Intermittent misfire and/or mil illumination with no dtc's. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 090397
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Dipstick and tube service applications. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 081797
- Component:
- 116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
- Summary:
- Vehicle theft security system - diagnosis and repair. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 080697
- Component:
- 125100 exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
- Summary:
- Chmsl flickers as brakes are applied. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 081097
- Component:
- 330000 interior lighting
- Summary:
- Instrument panel backlight flickers. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 081497
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Premature battery failure, visible electrolyte on battery and/or cell cap label missing. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 230497
- Component:
- 161000 structure:frame and members
- Summary:
- Wear marks on quarter trim near b-pillar. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 081497A
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Premature battery failure, visible electrolyte on battery and/or cell cap label missing. *tw
- Bulletin:
- 070397
- Component:
- 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
- Summary:
- Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98726
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Conditions with the left and right downstream oxygen sensor wiring may have been routed incorrectly. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 060197
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- A light chatter or rattling noise from the clutch housing or transmission area with the clutch engaged and the transmission in neutral. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 970919083297
- Component:
- 140000 air bags
- Summary:
- Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 210698
- Component:
- 101000 power train:clutch assembly
- Summary:
- A light chatter or rattling noise from the clutch housing or transmission area with the clutch engaged and the transmission in neutral. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 081798
- Component:
- 145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
- Summary:
- Subject regarding airbag on-off switches. *ak
- Bulletin:
- 08!798
- Component:
- 145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
- Summary:
- Discussion on airbag on- off switches for selected vehicles *ak
- Bulletin:
- 084998
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Subject regarding electronic entry module fails to respond. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 250298
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Subject regarding i/m ( inspection maintenance ) testing - obd ii "carb" readiness monitor information. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 081798
- Component:
- 145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
- Summary:
- Subject regarding airbag on - off switches. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 080199
- Component:
- 116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
- Summary:
- On some vehicles, the vehicle security alarm system may fail to arm properly, go off, or cause the battery to go dead. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 140598
- Component:
- 071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
- Summary:
- Procedures on installing an access panel into the truck for fuel tank replacement. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 233599
- Component:
- 220000 seats
- Summary:
- Information on child seat tether anchors. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 081698
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. *ak
- Bulletin:
- 183298
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Subject on flash programming failure recovery. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 060197
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Concerns with neutral gear rattle with clutch engaged. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 070397
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Concerns with engine coolant usage. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 0832097
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 090597
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Information on lifter type noise after flywheel removal and installation. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 140297
- Component:
- 180000 vehicle speed control
- Summary:
- This bulletin involves the lack of performance at full wide open throttle. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 140897
- Component:
- 070000 fuel system, gasoline
- Summary:
- Information on poor drivability with high di (drivability index) fuel. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 220197
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Information on tire and wheel runout. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 235897
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Concern with resin odor in vehicle. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 235997
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Concern with corrosion on/around rocker panel screws or on rocker panel. *nlm
- Bulletin:
- 083799
- Component:
- 145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
- Summary:
- Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 080600
- Component:
- 114000 electrical system:wiring
- Summary:
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 230800
- Component:
- 220000 seats
- Summary:
- Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 233599REVA
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 082700
- Component:
- 140000 air bags
- Summary:
- Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 2300800B
- Component:
- 220000 seats
- Summary:
- Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0800600REV
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb
- Bulletin:
- 0801001
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 1802002
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Flash programming failure recovery. *slc
- Bulletin:
- 010103
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Transmission and clutch kit. gpop - issue review system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 31-001-16
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Do not apply corrosion protection on sheet molding compound (smc) plastic panels this bulletin involves discussing smc plastic panels and applying corrosion protection.
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