Recall 97V-079: 1992 Chrysler Town and Country, 1992 Dodge Caravan and 3 more
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on May 16, 1997, covering about 436,000 vehicles.
The problem
The bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. If the bolt is loose, the gas strut is over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles is higher than for the average customer, the bolt can fail.
The risk
Personal injury could occur if the bolts break allowing the liftgate to fall suddenly.
The fix
Dealers will inspect for loose fasteners, if the fasteners are loose, the strut (And integral bolts) will be replaced. If the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, larger washers will replace the existing washer and the bolt will be reinstalled and hand tightened to the target torqued.
Notes
Owner notification began during august 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate › Support Device/Strut |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V079000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Town and Country | 1992 | All years |
| Dodge Caravan | 1992 | All years |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 1992 | All years |
| Plymouth Grand Voyager | 1992 | All years |
| Plymouth Voyager | 1992 | 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 97V-079?
The bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. If the bolt is loose, the gas strut is over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles is higher than for the average customer, the bolt can fail.
How is recall 97V-079 fixed?
Dealers will inspect for loose fasteners, if the fasteners are loose, the strut (And integral bolts) will be replaced. If the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, larger washers will replace the existing washer and the bolt will be reinstalled and hand tightened to the target torqued.
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.