Recall 96V-006
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1995 to 1996 Chrysler Cirrus and 5 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine, gasoline).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-006
- Reported
- January 11, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 40,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The risk
Inadequate sealing and retention of the plug can result in oil leakage which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
The fix
Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: engine.vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4l engines.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact chrysler at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler Cirrus 1995 to 1996
- Dodge Caravan 1996
- Dodge Grand Caravan 1996
- Dodge Stratus 1995 to 1996
- Plymouth Grand Voyager 1996
- Plymouth Voyager 1996