Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
06E065000AJ MOTORSPORT E (Equipment)359307/31/2006OVSCCHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/17/200607/17/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryLack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryAj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aj motorsport aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled
06E026000PRO-A MOTORS, INC. E (Equipment)6194404/03/2006OVSCCHRYSLER GROUP LLC03/23/200603/23/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryPro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
NotesThis recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
09E012000SABERSPORT E (Equipment)1627005/11/2009OVSCCHRYSLER GROUP LLC04/07/200904/07/2009571108
Defect SummarySabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence SummaryDecreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummarySabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
09E025000DOPE, INC. E (Equipment)4254007/28/2009OVSCCHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/11/200905/11/2009571108
Defect SummaryDope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence SummaryDecreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1
 Headlight knob came off.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BACK UP LIGHTS
04/10/1999508/01/1997
 Nothing but problems poor customer service should replace vehicle. no safety defect listed within summary. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BACK UP LIGHTS - SWITCH
01/01/1998812/04/1997
 Engine experiences rough and low idle, and stalling, dealer has replaced throttle body, manifold gaskets, and valve body, however stalling still exists, dealer stated the combination of stopping, shifting, and the turning of the steering wheel causes the engine to stall, there was also an oil pan leak and coolant leak, purge solenoid was also noisy. reverse lights had a defective switch and the headlights had a defective switch. exhaust was noisy and the exhaust bolts were broken. moldings were leaking, dealer had to also replace carpet. brakes locked up, dealer found they were full of brake dust, front rotors gouged, dealer replaced brakes and rotors. steering gear box and power steering gear assembly both leaked. transmission experienced many problems, a defective leaking pressure line, vibration in driveline, vehicle would slam in reverse when going from drive, differential was replaced due to a humming noise, and the gear shift broke. new tires (no size or brand) due to vibration in front end. *slc
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
08/01/200205/01/2098
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
01/15/20011108/25/2000
 Headlights flickering, problems with sway bar links and upper control arms noticed inspection, if parts fail completely total loss of steering would occur.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
03/26/2004956002011/21/2000
 Headlight switch malfunctioning - headlights act erratic, switch gets hot & smells as if it's burning up. *jb
01/01/1998812/04/1997
 Engine experiences rough and low idle, and stalling, dealer has replaced throttle body, manifold gaskets, and valve body, however stalling still exists, dealer stated the combination of stopping, shifting, and the turning of the steering wheel causes the engine to stall, there was also an oil pan leak and coolant leak, purge solenoid was also noisy. reverse lights had a defective switch and the headlights had a defective switch. exhaust was noisy and the exhaust bolts were broken. moldings were leaking, dealer had to also replace carpet. brakes locked up, dealer found they were full of brake dust, front rotors gouged, dealer replaced brakes and rotors. steering gear box and power steering gear assembly both leaked. transmission experienced many problems, a defective leaking pressure line, vibration in driveline, vehicle would slam in reverse when going from drive, differential was replaced due to a humming noise, and the gear shift broke. new tires (no size or brand) due to vibration in front end. *slc
04/08/2000
 Due to an electrical overload relay light switch burned out and melted, causing the lights to go out. there is a recall for dodge ram 1995 on this problem. but the 1998 dakota is not included in the recall although it has same part. dealer is ordered parts to fix vehicle at consumer's expense. recall 99v024000. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT
05/14/2002
 When engaging turn signal there was no signal light, and there was a loud gear grinding noise. when disengaging signal noise stopped. cause is unknown. please provide any further information.*ak