1996-2000 Dodge Viper recall: rack
Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on October 4, 2001. It covers about 7,050 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 7,050
- reported
- Oct 4, 2001
- owners notified
- May 20, 2002
- related complaints
- 6
Steering: rack and pinion: rack
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 01V313000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about steering problems.
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Questions about recall 01V313000
Is there a recall on the 1996-2000 Dodge Viper rack?
Yes. Recall 01V313000, reported on October 4, 2001, covers about 7,050 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 01V313000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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