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The high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material.

Seats — Front Assembly — Recliner

Summary
The power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.
Actions
Repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.
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Date Announced
SEP 01, 1992
Vehicles Affected
319,181
NHTSA Campaign #
92V124000
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