Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a problem with the door latch on the right front door, which could cause it to become stuck open
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, there's a higher chance that the door could open in a crash, and an unbuckled passenger might be thrown out of the vehicle
Free Fix
We'll inspect and replace the latch reinforcement plate for free at the dealership, and you can contact them at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule an appointment
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS." AN INCORRECT RIGHT FRONT DOOR LATCH REINFORCEMENT PLATE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE SECONDARY DOOR LATCH TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS INCREASES THE POSSIBILITY OF A DOOR BECOMING FORCED OPEN AND AN UNBELTED PASSENGER BEING EJECTED DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LATCH ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE THE RIGHT FRONT DOOR LATCH REINFORCEMENT PLATE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 13, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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