1988 Dodge Shadow Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1988 Dodge Shadow. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 92V053000Apr 13, 1992115,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts
  Covers: Dodge Shadow 1988–1989, Plymouth Sundance 1988–1989

  Reported issue: The automatic shoulder restraint systems can malfunction and become inoperative.

  Possible consequence: Seat occupants without shoulder restraints are subject toincreased risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or vehicle crash.

  Remedy: Replace the system drive and rail assembly with revised components.

  Full campaign details →

• 88V129000Aug 1, 19886,500 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Retractor
  Covers: Dodge Shadow 1988, Plymouth Sundance 1988

  Reported issue: Front passenger seat lap belt retractor, which incorporates a child seat belt locking feature, may malfunction.

  Possible consequence: Seat belt lock would extract and child seat may move outof its restrained position.

  Remedy: Replace front passenger seat lap retractor with a redesigned retractor.

  Full campaign details →

NHTSA investigations

• EA91043Auto shoulder belt failureClosed · Oct 30, 1991
• PE91082Auto shoulder belt failureClosed · Jun 5, 1991

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