Dodge Mirada 1980

Model Mirada made in 1980 by Dodge got 3 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding fuel system, gasoline and structure. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting and structure.

Model 1980

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
80V051000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 03/01/1980 to 03/01/1980V (Vehicle)2904/25/1980MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/02/198005/15/1980571108
Defect SummaryVehicles may not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. on certain vehicles, the front park and turn signal lamps may contain incorrect lamp bulb socket assemblies. engineering testing determined that these lamps do not produce a sufficient amount of light.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace turn and park lamp bulb socket assemblies with the correct assemblies free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; park and turn signal lamps.consequences of defect: inadequate turn signal and park lamps would create asafety hazard on the road which could lead to an accident.
STRUCTURE
79V232000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 08/01/1979 to 09/01/1979V (Vehicle)400011/10/1979MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC10/22/197912/13/1979
Defect SummaryThe defect involves the potential for exhaust gas (containing carbon monoxide) entry into the passenger compartment which can occur as a result of improperly retained plastic sealing plugs in the rear quarter panel/trunk area of the vehicle. carbon monoxide is a toxic gas which in sufficient quantity and exposure time is potentially lethal.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will install improved quarter panel sealing plugs without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: structure; frame members and body.consequences of defect: exhaust gas entry into the passenger compartment cancause carbon monoxide poisoning of occupants, resulting in illness or death.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - SPRINGS
79V233000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 08/01/1979 to 09/01/1979V (Vehicle)700011/10/1979MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC10/23/197912/13/1979
Defect SummaryIncreased friction experienced in operation or servicing of the system may result in a total friction level exceeding the force capability of the throttle return springs. this may prevent the throttle from returning properly to a closed position when the accelerator pedal is released.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, install return springs which will perform correctly, at no charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: throttle linkages and control; return spring.consequences of defect: failure of the throttle to close properly may causeloss of vehicle control and an accident.note: should the operator experience this condition prior to vehiclecorrection, the ignition key should be turned to the off position and brakesshould be applied to stop the vehicle in a safe location.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
14-19-8006/01/198048470Unknown11/01/1995
STRUCTURE - BODY
23-30-8006/01/198048477Unknown11/01/1995
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
23-18-8006/01/198048474Unknown11/01/1995

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