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NHTSA recall 91V004000

Visibility · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

October 2, 1991report date
125,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Water leaking under windshield cowl in area above heater blower motor resistor block results in corrosion of the resistor terminals.

Why it matters: Corrosion of the resistor terminals increases electricalresistance, leading to overheating and possble ignition of the wiring connectorsand insulation, causing a fire in the cowl area.

The fix: The blower motor resistor block will be replaced, and a mastic patch applied to seal the cowl against water entry. Damaged wire connectors will be replaced.

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All model years NHTSA lists

1991 Chrysler Fifth Avenue, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker, 1990 Dodge Dynasty, 1991 Dodge Dynasty.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 91V004000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.