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On certain vehicles, inductive voltage spikes caused by the operation of various relays such as the horn relay, could inadvertently deploy the driver's side airbag, predominantly on those vehicles operated in hot and humid climates. Activation of the airbag under these conditions could cause personal injury. Correction: An interference suppressor will be installed into the vehicle's electrical system which will eliminate the potential for voltage spikes.
A failure of this component (seats and restraints) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 1103 - EXHAUST EMISSIONS. SIGNAL WIRES FOR THE OXYGEN SENSORS ARE COULD BE INCORRECTLY POSITIONED IN THE ECM WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR. THIS COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS EXCEEDING THE STANDARD. CORRECTION: WIRING HARNESS WILL BE MODIFIED BY ADDING AN ADAPTER HARNESS TO CORRECT THE SIGNAL WIRE ROUTING.
A failure of this component (emissions) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
THE INSIDE PIPE OF THE HEAT EXCHANGER MAY BE SUBJECT TO CRACKING. WITH THE HEATER SWITCHED ON, EXHAUST FUMES FROM THE HEAT EXCHANGER COULD ENTER THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. CORRECTION: HEAT EXCHANGER WILL BE REPLACED.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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