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1990-1991 Chrysler Fifth Avenue, Chrysler New Yorker and others recall: fan/motor

Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on October 2, 1991. It covers about 125,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
125,000
reported
Oct 2, 1991
owners notified
Jul 4, 1991
related complaints
9

Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor

What is wrong
Water leaking under windshield cowl in area above heater blower motor resistor block results in corrosion of the resistor terminals.
Risk
Corrosion of the resistor terminals increases electricalresistance, leading to overheating and possble ignition of the wiring connectorsand insulation, causing a fire in the cowl area.
Remedy
The blower motor resistor block will be replaced, and a mastic patch applied to seal the cowl against water entry. Damaged wire connectors will be replaced.

Recall number 91V004000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about visibility problems.

1991 Chrysler Fifth Avenue1990 Chrysler New Yorker1991 Chrysler New Yorker1990 Dodge Dynasty1991 Dodge Dynasty

Questions about recall 91V004000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1991 Chrysler Fifth Avenue, Chrysler New Yorker and others fan/motor?

Yes. Recall 91V004000, reported on October 2, 1991, covers about 125,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 91V004000?

The blower motor resistor block will be replaced, and a mastic patch applied to seal the cowl against water entry. Damaged wire connectors will be replaced.

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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