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Recall 03V-212

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 and 1 other model: Wheels (hubcap/cover).

At a glance

Campaign number
03V-212
Reported
June 5, 2003
Vehicles affected
1,086 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Certain heavy duty pickup trucks, the aluminum wheels may have excessive porosity in the center hub area which can cause a wheel to crack.

The risk

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

The fix

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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

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-[removed]).

Affected vehicles