Recall 01V-253
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 2000 to 2001 Dodge Ram: Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 01V-253
- Reported
- August 2, 2001
- Vehicles affected
- 98,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: vans and wagons not equipped with power front seats. In the presence of road salt, water, and possibly other debris, the power seat connector located beneath the driver's seat could develop a high resistive short circuit that cycles the circuit breaker.
The risk
If the circuit breaker cycles for an extended period of time, heat could build up in the connector, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix
Owners will receive instructions for removing the circuit breaker from the fuse panel. If an owner desires, their dealer can perform the repair. Owner notification began august 27, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Ram 2000 to 2001