Dodge Viper 1993
Model Viper made in 1993 by Dodge got 2 consumer complains, 3 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 12 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to structure, visibility. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had some investigations: steering, structure. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .
Model 1993
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E022000 | BRAKE PARTS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 7440 | 03/20/2006 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 03/13/2006 | 03/13/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| 081497A | 06/06/1997 | 08-14-97 | 52535 | Premature battery failure, visible electrolyte on battery and/or cell cap label missing. *tw | 08/14/1997 |
| 081497 | 04/04/1997 | 52026 | Premature battery failure, visible electrolyte on battery and/or cell cap label missing. *tw | 07/17/1997 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 070397 | 05/09/1997 | 07-05-93 | 6088786 | Concerns with engine coolant usage. *nlm | 01/07/2000 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 070397 | 05/09/1997 | 52963 | Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. *yc | 11/13/1997 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 090397 | 04/25/1997 | 51956 | Dipstick and tube service applications. *tw | 07/17/1997 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||||
| 081698 | 04/17/1998 | 600862 | Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. *ak | 11/12/1999 | |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 010103 | 01/01/2003 | 10004005 | Transmission and clutch kit. gpop - issue review system. *tt | 11/12/2003 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 235997 | 11/28/1997 | 6089109 | Concern with corrosion on/around rocker panel screws or on rocker panel. *nlm | 01/13/2000 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS | |||||
| 234197 | 07/03/1997 | 6089074 | This bulletin involves water leak between top and side curtain with top installed. *nlm | 01/13/2000 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| 230397 | 02/14/1997 | 51942 | Difficult to clean light colored chalky residue from plastic body components that are molded in black. *tw | 07/17/1997 | |
| CH232095 | 05/01/1995 | 43054 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| WHEELS - CAP/COVER/HUB | |||||
| 030595 | 12/01/1995 | 46510 | A single click or pop may be heard coming from the rear of the vehicle when the clutch is released, after coming to a stop. bulletin involves installing matched hubs and yokes to the rear axle. | 04/25/1996 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - COLUMN | ||||||
| DP03002 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 05/07/2003 | 07/22/2003 | STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION | ||
| Mr. larry a. sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr | ||||||
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| PE95051 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 10/10/1995 | 02/29/1996 | CANVAS SOFT-TOP FLY-OFF | ||
| Due to high consumer complaint, warranty repair and part sales rates, upgrade to the ea (ea96-001) level is appropriate to continue the analysis. | ||||||
| EA96001 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 02/29/1996 | 04/08/1997 | CANVAS SOFT-TOP FLY-OFF | ||
| Removable canvas soft-top flew off of vehicles while driving at highway speeds. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS | |||
| 07/17/1993 | |||
| The soft top convertible came off when driving the car. tt | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| 12/05/1994 | |||
| Heat system; oak leaves are get in the heating system of the car. tt | |||