1995-1996 Chrysler Cirrus, Dodge Caravan and others recall: gasoline
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on January 11, 1996. It covers about 40,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 40,000
- reported
- Jan 11, 1996
- owners notified
- Apr 22, 1996
- related complaints
- 1,131
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline
- What is wrong
- In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.
- Risk
- Inadequate sealing and retention of the plug can result in oil leakage which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
Recall number 96V006000
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler Cirrus 1995-1996 19951996
- Dodge Caravan 1996 1996
- Dodge Grand Caravan 1996 1996
- Dodge Stratus 1995-1996 19951996
- Plymouth Grand Voyager 1996 1996
- Plymouth Voyager 1996 1996
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1,131 complaints about engine problems.
1995 Chrysler Cirrus1996 Chrysler Cirrus1996 Dodge Caravan1996 Dodge Grand Caravan1995 Dodge Stratus1996 Dodge Stratus1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager1996 Plymouth Voyager
Questions about recall 96V006000
Is there a recall on the 1995-1996 Chrysler Cirrus, Dodge Caravan and others gasoline?
Yes. Recall 96V006000, reported on January 11, 1996, covers about 40,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V006000?
Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
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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