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1983 Dodge 400

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

front suspension crossmember may corrode and fail at lower control arm rear pivot mounts if operated where salt is used to aid in snow removal.

Corrective Action

control arm could detach from the crossmember, adverselyaffecting directional stability, which could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

install attachment reinforcement brackets to prevent control arm detachment as a result of corrosion weakening.

1983 Dodge 400

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

location of hydraulic brake tube to both rear wheels causes interference and chafing between the tubes and rear suspension trailing arm pivot brackets.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect rear wheel brake tubes and reroute to ensure proper tube to pivot bracket clearance. any damaged tubes will also be replaced.

1983 Dodge 400

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, improper routing of the hydraulic brake tube could cause it to chafe against the park brake cables. eventually, the brake tube may fail and brake fluid leakage may occur.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will reroute the hydraulic brake tube, if necessary, without charge to owner.

1983 Dodge 400

Component

Equipment:Electrical

Consequence of Defect

the travel computer system wiring, on the involved vehicles, may be improperly connected. this condition can cause damage to internal components.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the wiring will be reconnected to ensure proper functioning of ignition system..

1983 Dodge 400

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

hydraulic brake tubing routed to the left rear wheel brake system may have been bent out of shape during assembly and could chafe against the exhaust system hanger bolt.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and relocate tube, if necessary. a retaining clip will be installed to ensure adequate clearance for the tubing; any damaged tubes will also be replaced.

1982 Dodge 400

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid

Consequence of Defect

the brake hydraulic system bay be equipped with brake fluid containing an excess of water.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace defective brake fluid without charge to owner.

1982 Dodge 400

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

front suspension crossmember may corrode and fail at lower control arm rear pivot mounts if operated where salt is used to aid in snow removal.

Corrective Action

control arm could detach from the crossmember, adverselyaffecting directional stability, which could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

install attachment reinforcement brackets to prevent control arm detachment as a result of corrosion weakening.

1982 Dodge 400

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

clamp bolts installed on certain vehicles may contain cracks. eventually these bolts may break through, causing separation of the ball joint from the steering knuckle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace both ball joint stud clamp bolts without charge to owner.