Recall 97V-095
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1996 to 1997 Chrysler Cirrus and 2 other models: Structure (body, hood, hinge and attachments).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-095
- Reported
- June 6, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 219,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The secondary hood latch spring can disengage from its retention hole if the hood is slammed shut.
The risk
If this condition occurs simultaneously without engaging the primary latch, the hood would not be restrained increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch spring with a longer end hook spring.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification began july 14, 1997.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 1996 to 1997
- Dodge Stratus 1996 to 1997
- Plymouth Breeze 1996 to 1997