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Old 10-22-2010, 03:48 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Title: RECALL 03V033000 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

NHTSA CAMPAIGN #: 03V033000
MAKE: DODGE
MODEL: RAM 2500, 3500
YEAR: 2003
MFR CAMPAIGN #: C02
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
MANUFACTURER: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
BEGIN DATE OF MANUFACTURING: 20020805
END DATE OF MANUFACTURING: 20021224
POTENTIAL # OF UNITS AFFECTED: 19500
DATE OWNER NOTIFIED BY MFR: 20030310
MANUFACTURERS OF RECALLED VEHICLES/PRODUCTS: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
REPORT RECEIVED DATE: 20030205
RECORD CREATION DATE: 20030212
REGULATION PART #:
FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD #:
DEFECT SUMMARY:
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS DIESEL ENGINES AND MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, MAY EXPERIENCE AN ELEVATED IDLE SPEED AFTER EXTENDED CRUISE CONTROL USE.

CONSEQUENCE SUMMARY:
THIS CAN RESULT IN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

CORRECTIVE SUMMARY:
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE SOFTWARE IN THE CUMMINS ENGINE CONTROLLER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

RECALL NOTES:
DAIMLERCHRYSLER RECALL NO. C02. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).


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Old 10-22-2010, 03:49 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Default Recall 03v212000: Wheel center hub
Nhtsa campaign #: 03v212000
make: Dodge
model: 2500, 3500
year: 2003
mfr campaign #: C21
component description: Wheels:center section
manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler corporation
begin date of manufacturing: 20030324
end date of manufacturing: 20030407
potential # of units affected: 1086
date owner notified by mfr: 20030617
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20030605
record creation date: 20030606
regulation part #:
Federal motor vehicle safety standard #:
Defect summary:
Certain heavy duty pickup trucks, the aluminum wheels may have excessive porosity in the center hub area which can cause a wheel to crack.

Consequence summary:
This could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in a crash without warning.

Corrective summary:
Dealers will inspect the wheels and replace them if necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin june 17, 2003.. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Recall notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. C21.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).


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Engine: 5.9 CTD
Default Recall 03v503000: Transfer case fasteners
Nhtsa campaign #: 03v503000
make: Dodge
model: Ram 1500, 2500
year: 2004
mfr campaign #: C39
component description: Power train:automatic transmission
manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler corporation
begin date of manufacturing: 20031105
end date of manufacturing: 20031106
potential # of units affected: 514
date owner notified by mfr: 20031222
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20031204
record creation date: 20031211
regulation part #:
Federal motor vehicle safety standard #:
Defect summary:
On certain pickup trucks, the transfer case to transmission attaching fasteners may not be tightened correctly. This could cause the transmission adapter or transfer case housing to crack and leak fluid.

Consequence summary:
Continued operation can result in propeller shaft separation and damage to fuel system components, which could lead to a fuel leak. Fluid and/or fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can cause an underbody fire.

Corrective summary:
Dealers will retighten the transfer case to transmission fasteners. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Recall notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. C39.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).


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Default Recall 04v185000: Abs control module connector
Nhtsa campaign #: 04v185000
make: Dodge
model: Ram
year: 2003
mfr campaign #: D20
component description: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module
manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler corporation
begin date of manufacturing: 19970701
end date of manufacturing: 20030630
potential # of units affected: 44588
date owner notified by mfr: 20040927
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20040412
record creation date: 20040420
regulation part #:
Federal motor vehicle safety standard #:
Defect summary:
On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (abs), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the abs control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the connector.

Consequence summary:
This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.

Corrective summary:
Dealers will inspect the abs control module connector for electrolyte damage and replace the connector as necessary. The recall will begin on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. D20.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).


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Engine: 5.9 CTD
Default Recall 04v221000: Tire label
Nhtsa campaign #: 04v221000
make: Dodge
model: Ram 1500, 2500
year: 2004
mfr campaign #: D24
component description: Equipment: other : labels
manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler corporation
begin date of manufacturing: 20040120
end date of manufacturing: 20040213
potential # of units affected: 6183
date owner notified by mfr: 20040505
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20040506
record creation date: 20040510
regulation part #: 571
federal motor vehicle safety standard #: 120
defect summary:
The vehicle certification label on some pickup trucks lists incorrect tire, wheel, and recommended inflation pressure information which does not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for vehicles other than passenger cars.'

consequence summary:
Installing the incorrect tire/rim sizes and loading the vehicle to the weights shown on the label can cause tire failure and result in a crash without warning.

Corrective summary:
Owners will be provided with vehicle certification label overlays containing the corrected information relative to vehicle tire and rim size, and recommended inflation pressure. This recall began on may 5, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. D24.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).


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Default Recall 04v385000: Generator wiring harness
Nhtsa campaign #: 04v385000
make: Dodge
model: Ram
year: 2004
mfr campaign #: D34
component description: Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler corporation
begin date of manufacturing: 20040622
end date of manufacturing: 20040707
potential # of units affected: 2261
date owner notified by mfr: 20040813
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20040803
record creation date: 20040811
regulation part #:
Federal motor vehicle safety standard #:
Defect summary:
On certain pick-up trucks equipped with 4.7l engines, the generator wiring harness may short circuit due to contact with a valve cover stud.

Consequence summary:
A short circuit in the generator harness can cause an under hood fire.

Corrective summary:
Dealers will inspect the alternator wiring insulation for damage and repair and add a tie-strap clip to the valve cover stud to retain the wiring. This recall began on august 13, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall notes:
Recall no. D34.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).


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Default Recall 05v461000: Transfer case calibration set points
Nhtsa campaign #: 05v461000
make: Dodge
model: Ram 1500
year: 2006
mfr campaign #: E18
component description: Power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler corporation
begin date of manufacturing: 20050209
end date of manufacturing: 20050907
potential # of units affected: 136
date owner notified by mfr: 20051107
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20051006
record creation date: 20051006
regulation part #:
Federal motor vehicle safety standard #:
Defect summary:
On certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks, the totally integrated power module (tipm) may contain incorrect transfer case calibration set points, potentially resulting in inadvertent transfer case default to neutral.

Consequence summary:
If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.

Corrective summary:
Dealers will reprogram the tipm with new software that prevents the potential for this condition. The recall began on november 7, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. E18.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty:1-800-424-9153); or go to Home | Safercar -- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).


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Engine: 5.9 CTD
Default Recall 05v462000: Out-of-park alarm
Nhtsa campaign #: 05v462000
make: Dodge
model: Ram 2500, 3500
year: 2003, 2004, 2005
mfr campaign #: E17
component description: Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
manufacturer: Daimlerchrysler corporation
begin date of manufacturing: 20020601
end date of manufacturing: 20050731
potential # of units affected: 250433
date owner notified by mfr: 20060320
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20051006
record creation date: 20051006
regulation part #:
Federal motor vehicle safety standard #:
Defect summary:
On certain pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines and automatic transmissions, in an attempt to exit the vehicle quickly without shutting off the engine and removing the key, the driver may inadvertently leave the automatic transmission shift control in indicated reverse.

Consequence summary:
This error is an unintended action that may result in a lack of transmission park pawl engagement and possibly delayed rearward movement of the vehicle.

Corrective summary:
Dealers will perform a software modification to equip these vehicles with an out-of-park alarm. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall notes:
Daimlerchrysler campaign no. E17.this action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.the company has informed nhtsa that it will provide the modifications described above free of charge.


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Default Recall 06e023000: Headlights
Nhtsa campaign #: 06e023000
make: Dodge
model: Ram
year: 2004, 2006
mfr campaign #:
Component description: Exterior lighting:headlights
manufacturer: Anzo usa, inc.
Begin date of manufacturing:
End date of manufacturing:
Potential # of units affected: 292000
date owner notified by mfr: 20060509
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20060313
record creation date: 20060314
regulation part #: 571
federal motor vehicle safety standard #: 108
defect summary:
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

consequence summary:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective summary:
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began may 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

Recall notes:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES MANUFACTURED BY ANZO AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.


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Default Recall 06e024000: Fuel performance kits


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Nhtsa campaign #: 06e024000
make: Dodge
model: Ram 1500
year: 2003
mfr campaign #:
Component description: Engine and engine cooling
manufacturer: K&n engineering, inc.
Begin date of manufacturing:
End date of manufacturing:
Potential # of units affected: 44386
date owner notified by mfr: 20060420
manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products: Chrysler group llc
report received date: 20060315
record creation date: 20060317
regulation part #:
Federal motor vehicle safety standard #:
Defect summary:
Certain replacement k&n fuel performance kits, p/nos. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, and 57-1530. Also, a small percentage of these kits were sold under the mopar performance parts brand name (p/nos. P5007069 and p5007070). All kits were manufactured from april 20, 1999, through september 23, 2004. These assemblies were manufactured as replacement equipment for certain dodge pickup trucks and suvs. A small piece of material from the tube wall could be sucked into the engine throttle body, which could cause the throttle to become jammed in the open position.

Consequence summary:
A jammed open throttle could cause unintended acceleration of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash or increased stopping distances when braking.

Corrective summary:
K&n will provide owners with a free repair kit along with repair instructions. The recall began on april 20, 2006.

Recall notes:
This recall only pertains to replacement k&n fuel performance kits and has no relation to any original equipment installed on dodge vehicles manufactured by daimlerchrysler.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to Home | Safercar -- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).


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