The problem
When the accelerator pedal on the involved vehicles is depressed and the accelerator pump is activated, a distorted accelerator pump seal in the carburetor may prevent the pump from delivering the proper amount of fuel.
The fix
Dealer will replace the carburetor accelerator pump seal with a seal of improved distortion resistance. The carburetor will also be checked for the proper float level.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 225 or 318 cid engines.System: fuel; carburetor accelerator pump seal.Consequences of defect: this may result in hesitation or lack of response whendriver attempts to accelerate. Engine stalling may occur in some cases; thiscould lead to a vehicle accident in certain traffic situations.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 78V020000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.