Chrysler Wants a Second Look at Pacifica Minivans
» Posted April 5, 2019 • Resources | Share This Post
Fiat Chrysler America is recalling nearly 48,000 Pacifica minivans over concerns about suspension and steering components.
Defects in car parts that connect the minivans’ steering and suspension on the front right wheel could cause drivers to lose control of the cars, according to the company. That creates the risk of a possible crash.
The recall covers 2018 Pacifica and Pacifica hybrids. The company was expected to start notifying owners of effected vehicles on April 19. Owners can also check to see if their cars are part of the recall by plugging the Vehicle Identification Number into the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website.
“Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right front knuckle and lower control arm for damage, replacing the components as necessary,” the company said in a notice filed with the NHTSA. “The right front lower control arm knuckle pinch bolt will be replaced with a larger-diameter pinch bolt. These repairs will be performed free of charge.”
This isn’t the first time FCA has asked to take another look at 2018 Pacifica vans. The company recalled more than 10,000 of the hybrid version of the vehicles late last year. It said engine problems could cause some minivans to catch on fire.
The California Lemon Law
Fiat Chrysler is far from the only car manufacturer who recently has had to call back vehicles because of defects that pose serious safety hazards. That’s why the California Lemon Law was designed to protect car buyers and lessors whose vehicles don’t work properly.
The California lemon law applies to vehicles under warranty with certain defects that the carmaker has been unwilling or unable to repair through reasonable attempts. The manufacturer in those cases is required to refund the buyer or lessor for the purchase price, loan costs, and other related expenses. The car maker can also offer the buyer or lessor the option of replacing the vehicle. It’s ultimately up to the owner to decide whether to take a refund or a replacement.
The law also puts the carmaker on the hook for attorney fees and other legal expenses that you incur in successfully pursuing your rights. That’s a key feature of the law because it removes a financial hurdle that might otherwise prevent some people from pursuing a case.
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