NHTSA investigationRQ99006
Investigation RQ99006: 1993–1994 Dodge Shadow
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- May 13, 1999
- Closed
- Feb 2, 2000
- Model years
- 1993–1994
Subject
Seat back failure
Component: Seats
Summary
The seat recliner's lower bolts can fatigue and break causing the set back to collapse backward without warning.
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1994 Dodge Shadow94 complaints
- 1993 Dodge Shadow107 complaints
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