Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipeRecall 77V-037 · Dodge and Plymouth vehicles
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall 77V-037 covers 250 Dodge and Plymouth vehicles for a exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe problem, reported to NHTSA on March 15, 1977.
Source: NHTSA recall 77V037000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The fix
THE DEALER WILL INSTALL THE NECESSARY HEAT SHIELDS ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES (POLICE MODELS).SYSTEM: EHAUST; MUFFLER, RESONATOR.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: PASSENGERS COULD RECEIVE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY DUE TOEXCESSIVE HEAT.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.