Dodge Ramcharger 1985

Model Ramcharger made in 1985 by Dodge got 7 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to seats, tires and visibility. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, air, structure.

Model 1985

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
84V117000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 08/01/1984 to 08/01/1984V (Vehicle)68209/04/1984MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC09/24/198410/09/1984
Defect SummaryThe front brake hose, which is routed from the body brake tubing to the front axle connector, may have been twisted when installed. if the hose is twisted, it may become looped or coiled upon itself resulting in abrasive contact during normal operation.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe front brake hose on each vehicle involved will be inspected for proper routing and, if necessary, rerouted to prevent any abrasive contact.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks equipped with 4 wheel drive.system: service brakes; front brake hose.consequences of defect: this condition may eventually result in hose failure.reduced braking capability will result and may lead to an accident,particularly in situations where minimum stopping distance is required.
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.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
EA88001CHRYSLER GROUP LLC10/01/198703/01/1988BRAKE POWER ASSIST
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SEATS
 Driver's seat tracks broke. the base of seat caused pressure which appears to be the cause of seat tracks breaking. *ak
TIRES
08/10/2010132197
 Dominator radial a/t size 31x1050r15, dot u78d, tc21601, r8r1. tires were purchased about 4 years ago for a 1985 dodge ramcharger. they were used for about 3 months then placed into storage. tires were removed from vehicle and placed in a climate controlled storage area. in august 2010 vehicle was placed back into operation with these tires. tires were fine for about 3 weeks then the vehicle was parked for a week. while vehicle was parked outside temperatures were over 100 degrees all week. when i returned to the vehicle and tried to drive it was almost uncontrollable. i took the vehicle to the local good year dealer and they determined that all 4 tires had belt /tread separation. these tires have less than 1/32nd inch of wear. vehicle has not been driven since and tires are still available for inspection.
05/01/2000105/01/1991
 Side wall callasped while only going 30 hph, right rear tire, tire had 5000 miles on it. (dot number: vdp6 u6w tiresize: 3312.50r15)
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
11/08/200640000108/01/1985
 Fogged windshield. *nm