Reported May 20, 19803,000 vehicles affectedCHRYSLER CORPORATIONBuilt Jan 1, 1980 – Mar 1, 1980
The defect
The hinge and roller assemblies supporting the rear of the sliding side door may be subject to failure as a result of processing deficiencies in the aluminum hinge body.
The remedy
Upon inspection all aluminum hinge bodies will be replaced with sintered metal components.
Vehicle description: light trucks.system: structure; sliding door hinge.consequences of defect: failure could allow partial or complete door separationfrom the vehicle during door operation. This condition could cause personalinjury.