Recall 98V-183
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1995 to 1998 Chrysler Cirrus and 3 other models: Power train (automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-183
- Reported
- August 6, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 685,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key condition which can result in a low force required to depress the shift button. A combination of applying a mis-adjusted release button with a low force attempt to shift out of park with the key in the locked position, can break the connecting pin in the shifter.
The risk
If this happens, the "ignition-park" interlock system will be nonfunctional.
The fix
Dealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. Any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a "self-adjusting" design.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began october 26, 1998. 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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler Cirrus 1995 to 1998
- Chrysler Sebring 1996 to 1998
- Dodge Stratus 1995 to 1998
- Plymouth Breeze 1996 to 1998