Dorman Products, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17E032000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17E032000 by Dorman Products, Inc.. Affecting aftermarket power window switches, dorman-brand part numbers 901-601 and 901-370, and solutions-brand part numbers 730-7444-1 and 730-7630-1 Includes 3,424 affected units, Power Window Switch may Allow Pinch/FMVSS 118, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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aftermarket power window switches, dorman-brand part numbers 901-601 and 901-370, and solutions-brand part numbers 730-7444-1 and 730-7630-1

Defect Summary

Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain aftermarket power window switches, dorman-brand part numbers 901-601 and 901-370, and solutions-brand part numbers 730-7444-1 and 730-7630-1. when the switch has been activated to raise the window, if something, such as a finger, is between the window glass and the window frame, the switch will not auto-reverse to prevent an injury. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 118, "power-operated window systems."

Corrective Action

Dorman will notify owners and dealers will replace the window switch, free of charge. The recall began on september 18, 2017. Owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17E032000

Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2017-07-03T00:00:00

Subject: Power window switch may allow pinch/fmvss 118

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 3,424

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain aftermarket power window switches, dorman-brand part numbers 901-601 and 901-370, and solutions-brand part numbers 730-7444-1 and 730-7630-1. when the switch has been activated to raise the window, if something, such as a finger, is between the window glass and the window frame, the switch will not auto-reverse to prevent an injury. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 118, "power-operated window systems."

Consequence Summary: If the anti-pinch function does not perform as intended during either the accidental or intentional activation of the auto-up feature of the switch, there would be an increased risk of an injury.

Corrective Action: Dorman will notify owners and dealers will replace the window switch, free of charge. The recall began on september 18, 2017. Owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 42.99

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