Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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 .
06E049000CK MOTORSPORT, INC. E (Equipment)2717607/01/2006OVSCCHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/24/200606/05/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the 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 SummaryCk motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled
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 .
08E050000K2 MOTOR CORPORATION E (Equipment)192112/17/2008OVSCCHRYSLER GROUP LLC08/11/200808/14/2008571108
Defect SummaryK2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryK2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. customers may 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.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS
EA06019CHRYSLER GROUP LLC11/22/200611/07/2007HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 This ea was opened after receiving reports that the multifunction switch on these vehicles would fail, causing a loss of headlight illumination.some complainants report loss of headlight function while for others temporary lighting was available by pulling on the multifunction switch stalk to illuminate high beam lighting.analysis of the complaint and warranty data show a low and declining failure trend.further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted; accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see document file for additional information regarding this resume.
PE06028CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/28/200611/22/2006HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 Odi has reviewed complaints from consumers stating that they do not have headlight function while operating their vehicle.the reports indicate that a loss of both high and low beam headlights is the result of problems with the vehicles multifunction switch and connecting wiring harness.consumersnoticed that the steering column area (where these parts are located) is heating up.in some cases, smoke would come out of the steering column area and the plastic trim would begin to melt.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea06-019) to further study this issue.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS - SWITCH
EA06019CHRYSLER GROUP LLC11/22/200611/07/2007HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 This ea was opened after receiving reports that the multifunction switch on these vehicles would fail, causing a loss of headlight illumination.some complainants report loss of headlight function while for others temporary lighting was available by pulling on the multifunction switch stalk to illuminate high beam lighting.analysis of the complaint and warranty data show a low and declining failure trend.further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted; accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see document file for additional information regarding this resume.
PE06028CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/28/200611/22/2006HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 Odi has reviewed complaints from consumers stating that they do not have headlight function while operating their vehicle.the reports indicate that a loss of both high and low beam headlights is the result of problems with the vehicles multifunction switch and connecting wiring harness.consumersnoticed that the steering column area (where these parts are located) is heating up.in some cases, smoke would come out of the steering column area and the plastic trim would begin to melt.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea06-019) to further study this issue.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
EA06019CHRYSLER GROUP LLC11/22/200611/07/2007HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 This ea was opened after receiving reports that the multifunction switch on these vehicles would fail, causing a loss of headlight illumination.some complainants report loss of headlight function while for others temporary lighting was available by pulling on the multifunction switch stalk to illuminate high beam lighting.analysis of the complaint and warranty data show a low and declining failure trend.further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted; accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see document file for additional information regarding this resume.
PE06028CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/28/200611/22/2006HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 Odi has reviewed complaints from consumers stating that they do not have headlight function while operating their vehicle.the reports indicate that a loss of both high and low beam headlights is the result of problems with the vehicles multifunction switch and connecting wiring harness.consumersnoticed that the steering column area (where these parts are located) is heating up.in some cases, smoke would come out of the steering column area and the plastic trim would begin to melt.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea06-019) to further study this issue.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
EA06019CHRYSLER GROUP LLC11/22/200611/07/2007HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 This ea was opened after receiving reports that the multifunction switch on these vehicles would fail, causing a loss of headlight illumination.some complainants report loss of headlight function while for others temporary lighting was available by pulling on the multifunction switch stalk to illuminate high beam lighting.analysis of the complaint and warranty data show a low and declining failure trend.further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted; accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see document file for additional information regarding this resume.
PE06028CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/28/200611/22/2006HEADLIGHT FAILURE
 Odi has reviewed complaints from consumers stating that they do not have headlight function while operating their vehicle.the reports indicate that a loss of both high and low beam headlights is the result of problems with the vehicles multifunction switch and connecting wiring harness.consumersnoticed that the steering column area (where these parts are located) is heating up.in some cases, smoke would come out of the steering column area and the plastic trim would begin to melt.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea06-019) to further study this issue.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
10/30/20081250001
 My headlights & fog lights stopped working last week. the only way i was able to drive in the dark was holding my high-beams on. i took my car to the shop on friday, it was $500 to replace a burnt wiring harness & multifunction switch. there was no warning that this system would stop working. i had no choice but to pay for the repairs because of the time change and the fact it gets darker earlier, i had to have headlights to go work. i think this is something dodge should have warned their customers about or replaced. something failed in the system, this is not normal wear and tear. *tr
07/24/2008900001
 I have a 2002 dodge neon sxt. for about a year now my fog lights have not worked properly. when my headlights are on my fog lights flicker on and of on their own. if i go over a bump the turn on another bump turns them off. they even flicker on and off on smooth road. i thought nothing about it until i started smelling something electrical burning. i then saw a stream of white smoke coming out of the top of my steering column through the hazard light button. this happens everytime i turn on my headlights. i have not had the problem repaired yet but i need to very soon. i am most scared that a fire will ignite while i am driving or the electrical problem will cause my airbag to deploy and cause an accident resulting in injury or death. *tr
01/01/200756000105/10/2004
 Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge neon. the contact stated that the exterior lights did not illuminate due to a plug that burned out all of the wires in the vehicle. he noticed smoke ascending from the steering column, and the gauges on the dashboard and odometer failed. chrysler stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the failure occurred for approximately three months. the current mileage is 63,000, and failure mileage was 56,000.*ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS - SWITCH
06/10/200237000106/10/2002
 The fog light multifunction switch in my 2002 dodge neon was malfunctioning and the fog lights were turning on without being turned on. this continued for about a month until smoke came out of the steering wheel column for ~30 seconds, until the car was pulled over and the ignition turned off. the fog lights no longer work and there have been no more incidences of smoke. nothing has been done yet to rectify this, but the dealership will be contacted shortly. we found no obvious recalls for this for this vehicle. *nm
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
09/16/2006630001
 Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge neon. while driving 40 mph, the headlights were foggy and provided poor illumination. the lights also face downward instead of straight ahead. the contact was also experiencing transmission failure. when she would shift into drive, the gear would shift into reverse or neutral. the dealer stated that there were no recalls for the headlights. the purchase date and powertrain were unknown. the current mileage was 75,250 and failure mileage was approximately 63,000. updated 03/18/08. *lj the consumer stated vehicle's transmission was rebuilt in 02/08 at the cost of $1,864.18. updated 03/18/08 *tr
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
12/15/200565900202/16/2004
 Headlight switch failed when changing from high beams to low beams. i had no low beam headlights for several seconds on a very dark road,where there are many deer. the multi-function switch ( headlight/turn signal) was replaced. the previous owner of the car had replaced the same part at 36,000 miles. the vehicle does have fog lamps but i don't use them.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
01/22/2008149000102/02/2002
 Ea06-019 headlights & foglights do not work, tried replacing bulbs, this did not work. believe the switch is bad. very unsafe when driving at night, this is when the occurance happened. *cn
03/17/2004400001
 While turning on lights the headlights would not come on. driver was able to place his hand on the lever and hold it in upward position to keep the headlights on while driving. then, drove the vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic replaced the wire harness. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS
12/06/2004102/06/2003
 I took my 2002 dodge neon to the dealer i purchased my car from. it was missing really bad, and the back floorboards held water when it rained. it was standing about an inch in my back floorboards, and my spare tire carrier in my trunk was full of water. my wires needed to be replaced, and i had 2 spark plugs that were bad and they put new plugs and wires in, at my expense. i purchased extended warranty on my vehicle, which was not cheap. i had to pay for the tune-up, the rental car, and they told me the leakage was due to bad seals in the tail lights and it wasn't covered. they told me they had been having a problem with the 2002 neons doing that. i asked why there was no recall on that. he told me it wasn't a safety hazard. maybe not, but it is surely a case of bad design. i e-mailed chrysler and dodge, and they basically told me it was my problem. why should i have to deal with bailing water out of my 2-year old car? they know there is a problem with that particular model, yet they won't pay to have it fixed. it was going to cost less than $100.00; but by principle, i refused to pay to have it done. if i can't get it repaired at the manufactors expense, i will wait until the spring rains move in, and drill a hole in my spare tire holder. now, mind you, we're talking about a 2-year old car, not a 10 yr old car. i will be on the biggest hate campaign against dodge that they will ever come across. *jb
11/28/2004111/25/2002
 For the past year my vehicle 2002 dodge neon has been releasing water, i assumed it was from the rain but i was not sure were it was coming from. it had wet spots at all times on the floor, back seats, and trunk. i had to leave the windows open very often for it to keep dry. unfortunately, i started noticing mold was building up on the floor, trunk, and seats of my vehicle so i started getting concerned. therefore i had some one help me look at the car, we started uncovering the car by removing the plastic cover on the inside of the vehicle and carpeting of the trunk. we found some severe mold when we removed everything. we established the water was coming from several water leaks on the manufacturer rear lights (both). the seal around the lights, which are the manufacturers, was completely ineffective. the seal is not stopping the water at all from leaking into the car. no parts have been replaced, i just cleaned it completely to remove the mold. apart from that, i have left my vehicle the way it is. i just removed the carpeting from he trunk and plan on taking the car to the dealership and claim this to be replaced at no charge because i feel this is not part of a maintenance a consumer should be liable for. *ak