Recall 88V087000: 1985–1987 Renault Alliance and 3 other models

Report received

May 31, 1988

Manufacturer

Chrysler corporation

Potentially affected

240,000vehicles

Model years

1985–1989

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Cooling system pressures during overheated engine operation may exceed the strength capability of certain components due to inadequate venting capacity of the system pressure cap.

Possible consequence

The buildup of pressure may cause heater core to ruptureand discharge hot coolant and steam in the proximity of the drivers legs.

Remedy

Replace all coolant system pressure caps with one having adequate venting capacity.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1988 Eagle Medallion4 complaints
• 1989 Eagle Medallion8 complaints
• 1988 Eagle Premier54 complaints
• 1985 Renault Alliance10 complaints
• 1986 Renault Alliance12 complaints
• 1987 Renault Alliance6 complaints
• 1985 Renault Encore2 complaints
• 1986 Renault Encore1 complaints
• 1987 Renault Encore0 complaints