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2001 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Structure:Frame And Members

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."

Corrective Action

in the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.

Recall Notes

owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. however, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. owner notification began december 17, 2001. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2001 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

Corrective Action

if the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the recliner bolts. owner notification began on april 23, 2003. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2001 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Child Seat

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.

Corrective Action

in the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

Recall Notes

owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

2000 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.

Corrective Action

the affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.

2000 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Structure:Frame And Members

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."

Corrective Action

in the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.

Recall Notes

owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. however, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. owner notification began december 17, 2001. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2000 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the molding flash on the primary lever may prevent the operation of the g-lock and tilt lock functions on some of the driver's side retractors.

Corrective Action

if this occurs in a frontal crash situation, driver protection from the seat belt may be reduced, increasing the risk of injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the left front retractor assemblies.

2000 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

Corrective Action

if the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the recliner bolts. owner notification began on april 23, 2003. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2000 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Child Seat

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.

Corrective Action

in the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

Recall Notes

owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

1999 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.

Corrective Action

the affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.

1999 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1999 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.

Corrective Action

if the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. owner notification began august 20, 2001. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1999 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

Corrective Action

if the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the recliner bolts. owner notification began on april 23, 2003. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1998 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1998 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

Corrective Action

if the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the recliner bolts. owner notification began on april 23, 2003. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1997 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1997 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. the fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible.

1996 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1996 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. the fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible.

1995 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from the engine cradle.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the transmission half-shaft could pull out of the transaxle and result in loss of power.

Recall Notes

dealers will reinforce the engine cradle at the point where the lower control arm attaches to it.

1995 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1995 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. the fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible.

1994 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from the engine cradle.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the transmission half-shaft could pull out of the transaxle and result in loss of power.

Recall Notes

dealers will reinforce the engine cradle at the point where the lower control arm attaches to it.

1994 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Electrical System:Wiring

Consequence of Defect

the right steering tie rod can rub through the automatic transmission wiring harness causing a short circuit which results in electrical system malfunctions including engine stalling and an inoperative park/starter interlock system.

Corrective Action

electrical system malfunction causing stalling while in motion or an inoperative park/starter interlock system, which allows engine start while the transmission is not in the park position, may result in an accident.

Recall Notes

install a revised wiring harness bracket and a plastic convoluted sleeve to protect the transmission wiring harness.

1994 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1994 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. the fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible.

1993 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from the engine cradle.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the transmission half-shaft could pull out of the transaxle and result in loss of power.

Recall Notes

dealers will reinforce the engine cradle at the point where the lower control arm attaches to it.

1993 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1993 Chrysler Lhs

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. the fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings. however, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible.