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Furon Power Train recall
Recalled September 5, 1997 · NHTSA recall 97E029000 · Furon
Hazard
THE VEHICLE CAN MOVE AFTER BEING PLACED IN PARK INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPACER PLATE IN THE SHIFTER AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF AN "E" CLIP THAT DETAINS THE DETENT PIN.
Units
2,590 units
Description
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: OPTIONAL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER THAT INCLUDES A PARK BRAKE POSITION USED ON VANS AND TRUCKS. THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER/PARK BRAKE LEVER CAN BIND BEFORE FULLY ENGAGING IN THE PARK BRAKE POSITION CAUSING A FALSE PARK CONDITION.
What to do
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPACER PLATE IN THE SHIFTER AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF AN "E" CLIP THAT DETAINS THE DETENT PIN.
Product
Furon 55814-1 · Furon 55816-1 · Furon 55821-1 · Furon 55821-2 · Furon 55829-1 · Furon 55934 · Furon 55944-2 · Furon 55946 · Furon 55948-1 · Furon 55949
Manufacturer(s)
FURON COMPANY
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →