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NHTSA Recall 84V147000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 340,000 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Chrysler Lebaron.

340,000
vehicles potentially affected
9
models affected
1984
owners notified (December 14)
NHTSA campaign84V147000
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedNovember 21, 1984
Owner notificationDecember 14, 1984
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

The potential for fuel leakage exists in the engine compartment at the fuel reservoir seam and its hose connections. The fuel reservoir is a silver colored can mounted to the air cleaner.

Safety risk

Not provided.

Remedy

The hoses and the metal tube that attaches to the fuel reservoir will be replaced with new components. The dealer will also replace or reseal the reservoir.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks equipped with 2.2liter carbureted engines.system: fuel system; fuel reservoir.consequences of defect: if fuel leakage develops, a fire could occur in theengine compartment and could cause injury to occupants.note: the dealer should be contacted immediately if fuel odor is present in theengine compartment or if the fuel reservoir is leaking.

Vehicles covered by recall 84V147000

Make and modelModel years
Chrysler Lebaron1984
Dodge 6001984
Dodge Aries1984, 1985
Dodge Charger1984, 1985
Dodge Omni1984, 1985
Dodge Rampage1984
Plymouth Horizon1984, 1985
Plymouth Reliant1984, 1985
Plymouth Turismo1984, 1985

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.