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1980 Dodge Aspen

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

the front brake hose routing on the involved vehicles may allow interference between the hoses and the front tires during extreme turning angles.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

special brake hose restraining straps will be installed on each involved vehicle to relocate both front hoses and ensure that adequate hose to tire clearance is maintained.

1979 Dodge Aspen

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the fuel filter inlet, outlet, and vapor return fuel line hoses may deteriorate if continuously exposed to underhood temperatures generated during vehicle operation. if hoses fail, fuel leakage could occur.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install hypalon rubber hoses to replace neoprene hoses, without charge to owner.

1978 Dodge Aspen

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles may have been built with a fuel supply tube, routed in such a way that it interferes with the frame crossmember bracket. this tube is located between the fuel pump and the fuel filter.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect the involved vehicles to ensure adequate fuel tube and frame crossmember bracket clearance. the dealer will also make sure that the tube is securely clipped to maintain clearance to the bracket as well as other engine components. if the fuel supply tube is found to be damaged from this contact with the crossmember bracket, it will be replaced at no charge.

1978 Dodge Aspen

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the hood secondary catch system may be misaligned which may cause the secondary catch to malfunction. consequently, the hood may not be securely latched.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will adjust the catch system to fully secure the hood, without charge.

1978 Dodge Aspen

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

the columns may contain steering shafts in which the steering column coupling roll pin retaining notch was machined too deep. this may cause the steering wheel shaft to become disengaged from the rest of the steering assembly.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a cotter pin through the roll pin to ensure retention, at no cost to owner.

1978 Dodge Aspen

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Arm

Consequence of Defect

possible fatigue failure can occur in the frame support plates (front suspension pivot bar support plate) that connects a portion of the front suspension to the vehicle frame on the involved vehicles.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect support plates for indications of failure and, if necessary, will replace the plates. additional support brackets will also be installed to reinforce the support plate at the pivot bar attachments.

1978 Dodge Aspen

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, damage to the front wheel brake hydraulic system could occur due to front wheel brake line tube corrosion. front wheel brake hoses may become brittle and crack due to prolonged operation in cold temperatures.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace both front hoses if found necessary and in addition, will install a plastic shield between the battery thermo-guard and the tubes to prevent corrosion.

1977 Dodge Aspen

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Consequence of Defect

the required muffler to floor pan heat shields were omitted from the involved vehicles. these heat shields are necessary to protect the passenger compartment interior materials, including seat belt webbing, from heat damage.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will install the necessary heat shields on all affected vehicles, free of charge.

1977 Dodge Aspen

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the hood secondary catch system may be misaligned which may cause the secondary catch to malfunction. consequently, the hood may not be securely latched.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will adjust the catch system to fully secure the hood, without charge.

1977 Dodge Aspen

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Arm

Consequence of Defect

possible fatigue failure can occur in the frame support plates (front suspension pivot bar support plate) that connects a portion of the front suspension to the vehicle frame on the involved vehicles.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect support plates for indications of failure and, if necessary, will replace the plates. additional support brackets will also be installed to reinforce the support plate at the pivot bar attachments.

1977 Dodge Aspen

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the carburetor accelerator pump seal can become distorted due to contact with certain types of gasoline. normally, when the accelerator pedal is depressed, the accelerator pump is activated to provide additional gasoline required for acceleration. a distorted seal however, may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a new seal having improved distortion resistance and will ensure proper adjustment. this will be done free of charge.

1977 Dodge Aspen

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, damage to the front wheel brake hydraulic system could occur due to front wheel brake line tube corrosion. front wheel brake hoses may become brittle and crack due to prolonged operation in cold temperatures.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace both front hoses if found necessary and in addition, will install a plastic shield between the battery thermo-guard and the tubes to prevent corrosion.

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles may not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims". the tire pressure placards incorrectly specify the front tire pressure for maximum load conditions. as a result, tires could fail due to overloading.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the owner will be sent the correct placard and has the option of installing it him/herself or having the dealer install it, free of charge.

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the hood secondary catch system may be misaligned which may cause the secondary catch to malfunction. consequently, the hood may not be securely latched.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will adjust the catch system to fully secure the hood, without charge.

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Arm

Consequence of Defect

possible fatigue failure can occur in the frame support plates (front suspension pivot bar support plate) that connects a portion of the front suspension to the vehicle frame on the involved vehicles.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect support plates for indications of failure and, if necessary, will replace the plates. additional support brackets will also be installed to reinforce the support plate at the pivot bar attachments.

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the carburetor accelerator pump seal can become distorted due to contact with certain types of gasoline. normally, when the accelerator pedal is depressed, the accelerator pump is activated to provide additional gasoline required for acceleration. a distorted seal however, may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a new seal having improved distortion resistance and will ensure proper adjustment. this will be done free of charge.

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Dodge Aspen

Component

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

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, damage to the front wheel brake hydraulic system could occur due to front wheel brake line tube corrosion. front wheel brake hoses may become brittle and crack due to prolonged operation in cold temperatures.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace both front hoses if found necessary and in addition, will install a plastic shield between the battery thermo-guard and the tubes to prevent corrosion.

1975 Dodge Aspen

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the carburetor accelerator pump seal can become distorted due to contact with certain types of gasoline. normally, when the accelerator pedal is depressed, the accelerator pump is activated to provide additional gasoline required for acceleration. a distorted seal however, may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a new seal having improved distortion resistance and will ensure proper adjustment. this will be done free of charge.