The information on how to secure a car seat properly using tether anchors using step by step, illustrated procedures is missing. Improper attachment of child seat tether straps to vehicle tether anchors could cause a child safety issue in a collision. Owners were sent an addendum to the owners manual that addresses tether strap installation.
Recalls
Recalls are issued for cars with safety-related defects or problems
2000 Dodge Stratus
Dodge Stratus Recall 06V001000
Suspension & Steering, April 10, 2006
Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE MAY PREMATURELY HEAT AGE AND DEVELOP A LEAK.
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Body, Interior & Misc., November 12, 2000
Dodge Recalls Various 2000 Models Due to Problem with Brakes
Brakes, September 25, 2000
RepairPal Expert Overview:
Dodge is recalling 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, Dodge Stratus, and Plymouth Breeze models because the stand-off bracket could separate from the block and cause damage to the right-side brakes. This can cause a half-system brake loss. Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.
Chrysler Recalls 2000 Cirrus, Stratus, Breeze Due to Improper Child Lock Instruction Labels
Body, Interior & Misc., March 27, 2000
RepairPal Expert Overview:
The supplied labels could cause confusion as to whether the child safety lock is activated. This could cause a safety issue. Chrysler supplied the proper labels to the customer to be installed.
Dodge Stratus Recall 00V067000
Engine, March 20, 2000
Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH UNPAINTED FUEL TANK STRAPS.
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