Recall 94V-128
MARK III INDUSTRIES, INC. recalled the 1993 to 1994 Chevrolet G20 and 4 other models: Interior lighting.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 94V-128
- Reported
- July 11, 1994
- Vehicles affected
- 6,088 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The transformer used to power the neon center lightbeam can overheat and catch on fire.
The risk
The overheating and fires caused by the neon transformer can result in damage to the lightbeam assembly, the roof of the vehicle, and could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Mark III dealers will modify the assemblies to eliminate the neon lighting fixture in the vehicle and replace it with incandescent lights operating directly from the vehicle 12-volt battery.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: lighting; lamp or socket; courtesy lights.vehicle description: long wheel base conversion vans with a neon center lightbeam.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 time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact mark III service center at 1-[removed]. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet G20 1993 to 1994
- Dodge Ram 1994
- Ford E-150 1993 to 1994
- Ford Econoline 1993 to 1994
- GMC G25 1993 to 1994