Time frame for recalls?

[Spector5]

Was wondering if there was a time frame for a manufacture to honor a recall on a vehicle?

Such as the recall on the AWD transfer cases that was posted for my 91' Talon.

Was just curious due to the fact I cant find any records showing my car was inspected or had the recall on the T-case performed.

If it is still eligble, then where should I take it? a Jeep/chrysler or dodge dealer?

 

[buhay6]

I seen something on this subject a while back in the noobie forum. I believe it was stated that if your car has a recall the dealership will still honor it because its a recall not a warranty issue. I'm sure a dsm wiseman will have a definite answer for you. I'm positively sure I'm correct tho.....heeyyy my t-case is a 90-91

 

[SlickPyro]

Call them with your vin and ask. It's easy to do yourself if you are worried and they won't do it. You can get the kit from a Mitsubishi dealer it comes with a new transfer case yolk and u joint. The recall was due to a plug inside the yolk that would leak and the transfer case would dry up and the rear wheels would lock up.

 

[19Eclipse90]

From Motor Vehicle Defects and Safety Recalls: What Every Vehicle Owner Should Know | Safercar.gov | NHTSA

Are there any limitations on my right to have a recalled vehicle remedied at no charge?

Yes. There is a limitation based on the age of the vehicle. In order to be eligible for a free remedy, the vehicle cannot be more than 10 years old on the date the defect or noncompliance is determined. Under the law, the age of the vehicle is calculated from the date of sale to the first purchaser. For example, if a defect is found in 2003 and a recall ordered, manufacturers are required to make the correction available at no charge only for vehicles purchased new in 1994 through 2003. However, consumers should realize that even though manufacturers are not obligated to remedy safety defects in older cars, a safety problem might still exist. If you receive notification of a defect on a vehicle older than 10 years, take the responsibility to have your car repaired at your own expense – and eliminate unnecessary safety risks.

Also, if the manufacturer challenges the agency’s final decision of a safety defect, there is no obligation for the manufacturer to remedy the defect while the case is in court. If you decide to have your vehicle remedied at your own expense while the case is pending and the court upholds NHTSA’s final decision, you may be entitled to reimbursement. (Be sure to save all receipts and paperwork so that you can prove the repairs were made.) However, if the court ultimately rules the defect is not safety related, Federal law does not require that the manufacturer reimburse you for the repair work.

But from What is a Safety Recall?

The manufacturer initially decides what the remedy will be, but it may be changed if it is not effective. Owners should have the recall work completed as soon as possible. Recalls involving tires are specifically limited in the Safety Act such that the owner must have the recall work completed within 60 days of receiving notification that it must be done. All other safety recalls are in effect for the life of the product.