If the short circuit occurs at one specific set of terminals, the rear right loudspeaker can overheat and, in some cases, catch fire.

Equipment — Electrical — Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.

Date Announced

OCT 05, 2000

Vehicles Affected

23,000

NHTSA Campaign #

00V301000

Summary

Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles equipped with a particular factory installed audio unit. If the vehicle is operated at low speed in a hot and humid environment with the window open, air conditioner running, and audio on, condensed water on the A/C duct surface could drop and enter into the audio unit, causing a short circuit.

Actions

Dealers will affix aluminum tape over the audio unit to prevent water from entering.

Documents (3)

• Defect and Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Fax Acknowledgement