Recall 79V-176: 1979 Dodge B100, 1979 Dodge B200 and 12 more
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 24, 1979, covering about 68,000 vehicles.
The problem
Condensate water may accumulate in the air conditioning blower housing; there is a high probability that this water will cause the blower motor to fail. Blower motor failure would disable the air condtioning unit and there would be no way to defrost or defog the windshield.
The fix
Dealer will drill a 1/4 inch drain hole in the bottom of the air conditioning blower housing to prevent water accumulation, without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks.system: air conditioning; blower housing.consequences of defect: under adverse weather conditions, this would result inpoor visibility and, possibly, a vehicle accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V176000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge B100 | 1979 | All years |
| Dodge B200 | 1979 | All years |
| Dodge B300 | 1979 | All years |
| Dodge CB300 | 1979 | All years |
| Dodge CB400 | 1979 | All years |
| Dodge MB300 | 1979 | All years |
| Dodge MB400 | 1979 | All years |
| Plymouth B100 | 1979 | All years |
| Plymouth B200 | 1979 | All years |
| Plymouth B300 | 1979 | All years |
| Plymouth CB300 | 1979 | All years |
| Plymouth CB400 | 1979 | All years |
| Plymouth MB300 | 1979 | All years |
| Plymouth MB400 | 1979 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 79V-176?
Condensate water may accumulate in the air conditioning blower housing; there is a high probability that this water will cause the blower motor to fail. Blower motor failure would disable the air condtioning unit and there would be no way to defrost or defog the windshield.
How is recall 79V-176 fixed?
Dealer will drill a 1/4 inch drain hole in the bottom of the air conditioning blower housing to prevent water accumulation, without charge to owner.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.