Defect Description For Recall
Cooling System Pressures During Overheated Engine Operation May Exceed The Strength Capability Of Certain Components Due To Inadequate Venting Capacity Of The System Pressure Cap.
Make Of Vehicle
RENAULT
Model Of Vehicle
ALLIANCE
Year
1986
Recall Campaign Number
88V087000
Component Description
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core
Effect Of Defect
The Buildup Of Pressure May Cause Heater Core To Ruptureand Discharge Hot Coolant And Steam In The Proximity Of The Drivers Legs.
Fix Defect
Replace All Coolant System Pressure Caps With One Having Adequate Venting Capacity.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chrysler Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19840701
End Of Manufacture
19870601
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
240000
Date Owners Notified
19880708
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Renault, Incorporated
Date Report Received
19880531