1983 DODGE RAMCHARGER Recalls (2)

Campaign:

82V095000 on 10/14/1982

Component:

Electrical system:ignition:switch

Manufactured:

07/31/1982 - 08/31/1982

Affected:

1,725

Defect:

Ignition switches installed in the involved vehicles may have been distorted during a crimping operation which resulted in the internal plastic contact carrier of the switch cracking. pieces of a cracked carrier may break away, permitting abnormal switch electrical contact and the potential for starter actuaton when the switch is turned to the accessory position.

Correction:

All suspect ignition switches will be replaced without charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: pickup trucks and vans.system: electrical; ignition switches.consequences of defect: although the engine will not be started, limitedvehicle movement may occur on manual transmission equipped vehicles if theparking brake is not engaged. this could result in a vehicle accident or injuryto persons outside the vehicle.

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Campaign:

84V115000 on 10/08/1984

Component:

Structure: frame and members:underbody shields

Manufactured:

08/31/1979 - 07/31/1984

Affected:

8,800

Defect:

Vehicles are not in compliance with the impact test requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, "fuel system integrity." the structure of the rear step bumper may not withstand a rear end collision similar to the force created in testing; fuel leakage may occur upon impact.

Correction:

A fuel tank protective skid plate will be installed free of charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with step bumpersbut not equipped with fuel tank skid plates.system: fuel system; fuel tank.consequences of defect: leaking fuel could result in vehicle fire and personalinjury.

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