Issue ID | 568633 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10142339 |
Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | DURANGO |
Model Year | 1998 |
File date | 09/11/05 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I own a 1998 dodge durango. The headlight switch has been replaced previously for failure to operate properly, ie: the headlights would not turn on. Subsequently, the replacement switch failed to operate properly however with slight inward pressure on the switch, the lights would come on. I have recently been informed that the switch will not pass state safety inspection in its current condition. I think there is a design flaw or manufacturing defect in this switch because of recurring failures, and since it has become a safety issue by decree of the state, i feel it should be examined nationwide for recall consideration. *jb |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 50000 |
Number of Occurences | 2 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | FLOWER MOUND, TX |
VIN pattern | 1B4HS28Y9WFXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
Number of cylinders | 8 |
Drive train type | 4WD |
Transmission type | AUTO |
Vehicle speed | 0 |
DoT tire identifier | |
Tire size | |
Location of tire code | |
Type of tire failure code | |
Was defective tire repaired? | |
Date of manufacture | |
Type of child seat code | |
Type of restraint | |
Dealer's name | HUFFINES DODGE |
Dealer's telephone number | 972-434-2288 |
Dealer's city | LEWISVILLE |
Dealer's state code | TX |
Dealer's ZIP code | 75067 |