Recall 03V-078
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500: Steering (column).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-078
- Reported
- March 10, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 287,725 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain pickup trucks, the electrical connector at the bottom of the steering column contains an under-sized terminal for the HVAC blower motor circuit. Localized heating from current flow with the blower speed set on high may cause the terminal contacts to relax and lose electrical contact. This can cause the HVAC blower motor to become inoperative.
The risk
This condition could cause impairment of visibility in inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a wiring harness overlay to correct this condition. Owner notification began april 15, 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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Daimlerchrysler recall no. C11.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Ram 1500 2002