NHTSA recall 88V087000
Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
Eagle Medallion and 3 more
Reported May 31, 1988240,000 vehicles affectedCHRYSLER CORPORATIONBuilt Jul 1, 1984 – Jun 1, 1987
The defect
Cooling system pressures during overheated engine operation may exceed the strength capability of certain components due to inadequate venting capacity of the system pressure cap.
The risk
The buildup of pressure may cause heater core to ruptureand discharge hot coolant and steam in the proximity of the drivers legs.
The remedy
Replace all coolant system pressure caps with one having adequate venting capacity.