Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
DODGE
Model Of Vehicle
VIPER
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
01V312000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19950601
End Of Manufacture
19990301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4645
Date Owners Notified
20020520
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)
Date Report Received
20011004
Make Campaign Number
998