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Recall 94V-006

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1990 to 1992 Dodge Monaco and 1 other model: Visibility (defroster/defogger/hvac system, heater core).

At a glance

Campaign number
94V-006
Reported
January 11, 1994
Vehicles affected
125,000 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

The risk

The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment could contact the driver's feet and injure the driver. Also, steam from the heater liquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision. In either case, failure of the heater core end cap could result in a vehicle accident.

The fix

A coolant temperature controlled heater core fluid bypass valve will be installed.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: heater; water; defroster; heater core.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable timeand free of charge, or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chrysler service center at 1-[removed]. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].

Affected vehicles