Recall 01V-313
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1996 to 2000 Dodge Viper: Steering (rack and pinion, rack).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 01V-313
- Reported
- October 4, 2001
- Vehicles affected
- 7,050 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 experiencecracking of the steering rack mounting brackets.
The 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.
The fix
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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Daimlerchrysler recall no. 999.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Viper 1996 to 2000