This condition can eventually result in an incorrect indication of the transmission gear position, which could also cause the car not to start, or allow it to start in a drive gear, such as 'drive' or 'reverse.'

Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Date Announced
JUN 22, 1998
Vehicles Affected
3,800
NHTSA Campaign #
98V143000
Summary
Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles. The sealing material of the switch can develop leaks and allow water entry.
Actions
Dealers will replace the transmission gear position switch.
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