Dodge Ramcharger 1982

Model Ramcharger made in 1982 by Dodge got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningstructure, suspension.

Model 1982

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS
84V115000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 09/01/1979 to 08/01/1984V (Vehicle)880002/13/1985MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC09/24/198410/09/1984571301
Defect SummaryVehicles are not in compliance with the impact test requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, fuel system integrity. the structure of the rear step bumper may not withstand a rear end collision similar to the force created in testing; fuel leakage may occur upon impact.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryA fuel tank protective skid plate will be installed free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with step bumpersbut not equipped with fuel tank skid plates.system: fuel system; fuel tank.consequences of defect: leaking fuel could result in vehicle fire and personalinjury.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT
82V055000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 04/01/1982 to 04/01/1982V (Vehicle)400006/09/1982MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/27/198206/08/1982
Defect SummaryClamp bolts installed on certain vehicles may contain cracks. eventually these bolts may break through, causing separation of the ball joint from the steering knuckle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace both ball joint stud clamp bolts without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; front suspension ball joint stud to steering knuckle clampbolts.consequences of defect: this condition would result in partial loss of frontwheel support, possibly causing loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: front wheel drive vehicles should not be hoisted from under the frontsuspension control arms.