Dodge B300 1976
Model B300 made in 1976 by Dodge got 2 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to tires. . There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, hydraulic and structure.
Model 1976
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | ||||||||||||||||
80V073000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 07/01/1972 to 01/01/1977 | V (Vehicle) | 350000 | 09/10/1980 | ODI | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/11/1980 | 07/29/1980 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Due to a combination of disc brake pad wear and turn stop wear on certain vehicles, there may be an increase in brake pedal travel and a reduction in front braking effectiveness following a full turn. also, a frame crack could develop and could extend through all or most of the rail section. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Upon inspection dealer will replace either the left or right turn stop bracket to correct the front brakes. if frame is cracked it will be welded and a rod reinforcement will be installed over the cracked area. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: light trucks.system: service brakes; front wheel disc brakes, structure; front frame railextension.consequences of defect: the reduction in front wheel braking effectivenesscould result in a vehicle accident in situations which require minimum stoppingdistance. if an extensive crack develops in the frame rail, increased steeringsystem play and difficulty in handling of vehicle could also lead to anaccident.note: a crack in the frame may be accompanied by a metallic rattling noise asthe two edges scrape against each other. | |||||||||||||||
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | ||||||||||||||||
80V027000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 03/01/1970 to 08/01/1978 | V (Vehicle) | 1000000 | 04/18/1980 | ODI | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 03/14/1980 | 04/04/1980 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The front rail extension may experience fatigue cracking near the area where the power steering gear attaches to the frame. if the crack progresses through most or all of the rail section, steering system free play accompanied by metallic rattle noise will be experienced. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Affected vehicles will be weld repaired and a reinforcement rod will be installed over the cracked area. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: light trucks.system: structure; left front frame rail.consequences of defect: the crack condition may cause a complete loss ofsteering and an accident. |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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TIRES | |||
09/05/1999 | 2 | ||
Failure #1 aprox 18 of tread seperated, body of tire still held air, 65lb. second tire showed signs of pending seperaton. recived partial warranty on both tires. failure #2 catastrophic failure. tire destroyed. because tire was a dual set, both tires were replaced, no warranty from mfg.( dot number: tire size: r8.25x16.5 ) | |||
09/05/1999 | 2 | ||
Failure #1 aprox 18 of tread seperated, body of tire still held air, 65lb. second tire showed signs of pending seperaton. recived partial warranty on both tires. failure #2 catastrophic failure. tire destroyed. because tire was on a dual set, both tires were replaced, no warranty from mfg. tire rated 2045lb@65lb psi single, 1800lb@65lb dual. vech weight 8720 (full water, propane, gas. no black/gray water). ft 2560lb, rear 6160lb. cert scales( dot number: tire size: r8.25x16.5 ) |