If there were a "WTF" folder, I'd probably post this in that folder.
Today, I received a letter from Chrysler, LLC (reproduced below).
Control #A-JGW2.82RX - .....
Dear Chrysler LLC, Customer:
Chrysler LLC, with the assistance of ROUSH INDUSTRIES, INC., is conducting an important test program to measure the emissions performance of privately owned Chrysler cars and trucks. For this reason, we are contacting owners whom our records show purchased a 2005 model year Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep vehicle.
This letter was sent to you to determine if your vehicle meets our program requirements and if you would care to participate. Since we test a limited quantity of vehicles, not everyone who expresses an interest can be selected. If your vehicle is selected, you will be provided with the following incentives:
1) The use of a late-model, fully insured loaner car with a full tank of fuel, while your vehicle is being tested. 2) You will receive a check for $250, and your vehicle will be returned washed and with a full tank of fuel.
The emissions test procedure involves operating the vehicle on a dynamometer, under simulated urban driving conditions, while the exhaust gas is collected and analyzed for emissions pollutants regulated by the Federal Clean Air Act. Sometimes emissions repairs may be needed. Any necessary repairs are performed at absolutely no cost to you. The amount of time we will keep your vehicle usually averages about 5 to 20 working days. During this time, your vehicle will probably accumulate less than 75 miles.
If you are interested in participating in this program, please complete the enclosed reply form .....
Department of Emissions Certification and Compliance Chrysler LLC
Has anyone else received one of these?
It appears legit. It was mailed from zip code 48150 - a quick search shows that Roush headquarters is there. It doesn't appear to be diesel-specific.
In the condition Chrysler is in, why would they spend the money / resources to do this? The only thing I can think of is that the EPA is somehow forcing them to do this, and they've outsourced the work to Roush. When I saw that it came from the emissions certification and compliance department, the word "compliance" jumped off the page and made me think that the EPA might think that certain vehicles aren't maintaining their emission compliance.
I'm not signing up. The last thing I want is someone potentially making emissions "repairs" without my knowing what they're doing and why they're doing it! I'm lucky - I have a CRD that has been pretty bullet-proof for four years. I just have a bad feeling about someone messing with it.
Any one else have any ideas, conspiracy theories, thoughts about this?
_________________ <b>2005 Liberty CRD Limited</b>
Atlantic Blue, Navigation, Sirius,
Park Distance Control,
Parrot Bluetooth system;
Custom heated, leather seats (black on the side bolsters, Atlantic Blue center);
Skid plate package, Michelin Cross-Terrains
<b>2007 Mercedes ML320 CDI (twin-turbo V6 diesel)
2008 Mercedes C350 Sport
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