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Recall 02V-042

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 2001 Dodge Ram: Electrical system (alternator/generator/regulator).

At a glance

Campaign number
02V-042
Reported
February 7, 2002
Vehicles affected
268,740 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain pickup trucks, the alternator wire connection to the power distribution center (pdc) can loosen.

The risk

This could cause a vehicle fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the installation of the alternator wire connection to the pdc and if necessary, reposition the wire so that the crimp connection will face upward and tighten the fastener to the correct torque setting. Owner notification began may 20, 2002. 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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler recall no.b04.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles