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1989 Dodge Aries

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

the engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.

Corrective Action

the leakage of oil in the engine compartment could causea fire.

Recall Notes

replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.

1986 Dodge Aries

Component

Electrical System:Battery

Consequence of Defect

battery cap vents may be partially or completely blocked with plastic flashing. consequence of defect: a build up of internal gas pressure could occur which could result in case rupture, particularly during post charging. should a person be in the vicinity of the battery when the case ruptures, they may be injured by the released gases and/or acid.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

rework batteries by probing both vent orifices to eliminate any vent obstruction.

1985 Dodge Aries

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the potential for fuel leakage exists in the engine compartment at the fuel reservoir seam and its hose connections. the fuel reservoir is a silver colored can mounted to the air cleaner.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the hoses and the metal tube that attaches to the fuel reservoir will be replaced with new components. the dealer will also replace or reseal the reservoir.

1984 Dodge Aries

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the potential for fuel leakage exists in the engine compartment at the fuel reservoir seam and its hose connections. the fuel reservoir is a silver colored can mounted to the air cleaner.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the hoses and the metal tube that attaches to the fuel reservoir will be replaced with new components. the dealer will also replace or reseal the reservoir.

1983 Dodge Aries

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 Aries

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 Aries

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 Aries

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 Aries

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 Aries

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 Aries

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the automatic speed control switch may stick in the "resume" position restricting return movement. this will not allow the normal brake pedal operation to deactivate the system.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the shield portion of the "resume" slide lever in the speed control unit will be replaced without charge.

1982 Dodge Aries

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.

1981 Dodge Aries

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.

1981 Dodge Aries

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the automatic speed control switch may stick in the "resume" position restricting return movement. this will not allow the normal brake pedal operation to deactivate the system.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the shield portion of the "resume" slide lever in the speed control unit will be replaced without charge.

1981 Dodge Aries

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Light

Consequence of Defect

the stop lamp switches installed on the subject vehicles may have inadequate internal switch contact pressure due to an incorrect formation of the switch contact terminals. this lack of switch contact continuity may render the (stop) brake warning lights inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the stop lamp switches on all involved vehicles will be replaced and properly formed terminals will be installed at no cost to owner.

1981 Dodge Aries

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid

Consequence of Defect

brake fluid may contain an excessive amount of water. this can cause degradation of braking performance or brake failure under a variety of circumstances.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

existing brake fluid will be removed from brake system and brake system will be refilled with fresh brake fluid.