1997 DODGE VIPER Recalls (4)

Campaign:
97V080000 on 05/22/1997
Component:
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Manufactured:
06/30/1996 - 09/14/1996
Affected:
125,000
Defect:
The electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down.
Consequence:
Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module with a newly designed module.
Notes:
Owner notification began during july 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 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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.

1997 DODGE VIPER TSBs (44)

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:
090397
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Dipstick and tube service applications. *tw
Bulletin:
080997
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Air bag warning labels. *tw
Bulletin:
081497
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Premature battery failure, visible electrolyte on battery and/or cell cap label missing. *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:
050997
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Experiencing squealing, moaning, and chattering noises from the front and/or rear. *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:
181198
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Condition with rough or high engine idle at all engine temperature. *yc
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:
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:
181299
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
This bulletin explains the operation and application of the leak detection pump (ldp) monitor test. *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:
050997
Component:
034420 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings
Summary:
Concerns with brake noise, squeal, moan, chatter from front and/or rear. *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:
090897
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
This bulletin involves oil pan seepage. *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:
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:
183297
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
This bulletin involves drop in rpm/percieved misfire at 5500 rpm. *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:
180100
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding misdiagnosed leak detection pump systems with diagnostic trouble codes p1494, p0442 p0455, or p0456. *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:
1801903
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine spark knock using 91 octane gasoline. *tt
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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