Recall - OBD II Catalyst Monitor Not Functional: Overview
No. 725September, 1997
To: All Dodge Dealers
Subject:
Emissions Recall # 725 -- Rear Oxygen Sensor Wiring
Models:
All 1996 Model Year Dodge Viper GTS (SR-29) Coupes Currently Located Outside California
NOTE:
Vehicles currently located in California will be serviced under California Emissions Recall # 726
The left and right downstream oxygen sensor wiring on the above listed vehicles, may have been routed incorrectly. This may cause the catalyst monitor to be non-functional or may illuminate the MIL light. To correct this condition, the rear oxygen sensors must be inspected for proper operation and the wiring must be rerouted as necessary.
Dealer Notification & Vehicle List
All dealers will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter by first class mail. Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address) will receive a list of their involved vehicles. The Vehicle List is arranged in Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. The lists are for dealer reference in arranging for service of involved vehicles.
DIAL System Functions 53, 70 and VIP
All involved vehicles will be entered to DIAL System Functions 53, 70 and VIP at the time of recall implementation for dealer inquiry as needed.
Function 53 provides involved dealers with an updated VIN list of incomplete vehicles. The customer name, address and phone number is listed if known. Parts information is also provided. Completed vehicles are removed from Function 53 within several days of repair claim submission. To use this system, type "53" at the "ENTER FUNCTION" prompt, then type "ORD725".
Parts
Important:
Due to the small number of involved vehicles and the likelihood that the required tie straps are already in your parts inventory, no parts will be distributed initially to dealers.
Dealers may order tie strap PN 6015756 or PN 4641780 as needed to support customer demand. Two (2) tie straps are required for each vehicle.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to Chrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for this service with their dealers. A copy of the owner notification letter is included.
Enclosed with each owner notification is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form for owner or dealer reference as needed.