The localized heating can result in ignition of the seat cushion material and a vehicle fire.

Electrical System — Wiring

Date Announced
MAR 17, 1997
Vehicles Affected
70,000
NHTSA Campaign #
97V039000
Summary
Vehicle description: Vehicles equipped with memory seat option. The memory seat module wiring harness can come in contact with the seat spring, a low resistance short circuit can develop resulting in localized heating.
Actions
Dealers will relocate the memory seat control module and wiring harness and a protective shield will be installed on the seat frame.
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