Consequence of defect: Over heating of the support wires could result, and melting, smoke, or possible igntion of the surrounding materials could occur.

Seats

Date Announced
APR 16, 1996
Vehicles Affected
31,000
NHTSA Campaign #
96V064000
Summary
The wire harness for the power lumbar feature on the seat is underneath the front seat cushion support wires. The support wires on the driver seat can contact and damage the insulation harness resulting in a high resistance electrical short through the support wires.
Actions
Dealers will inspect the seats on the affected vehicles. If no damage is found, the driver seat wire harness will be covered with a protective convolute tubing, wrapped with electrical tape and the harness will be rerouted. If damage is found, the wire harness will be replaced.
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