NHTSA Recall # | 44642 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 77V242000 |
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Manufacturer | CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | DART |
Model Year | 1975 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM |
Date of notification | 10/03/78 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/07/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/07/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 28/12/77 |
Report created | 12/10/79 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 1300000 |
Defect summary | On the involved vehicles, the carburetor accelerator pump seal can become distorted due to contact with certain types of gasoline. Normally, when the accelerator pedal is depressed, the accelerator pump is activated to provide additional gasoline required for acceleration. A distorted seal however, may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel. |
Consequence summary | |
Corrective action | The dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a new seal having improved distortion resistance and will ensure proper adjustment. This will be done free of charge. |
Recall notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; carburetor accelerator pump. Consequences of defect: should stalling occur in certain traffic situations, anaccident may result. |