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Recall 01V-312

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1996 to 1999 Dodge Viper: Suspension (rear).

At a glance

Campaign number
01V-312
Reported
October 4, 2001
Vehicles affected
4,645 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experience cracks at the welds of the rear differential mounting bracket.

The risk

The cracks could eventually lead to metal fatigue and dislodging of the differential mounting bracket from the frame of the vehicle. Separation of the differential mounting bracket could result in loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and reinforce the vehicle's frame. Owner notification began may 20, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler recallno. 998.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles