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Recall 04V-334

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 2005 Chrysler 300 and 1 other model: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).

At a glance

Campaign number
04V-334
Reported
July 9, 2004
Vehicles affected
20,060 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud may not have been properly tightened.

The risk

A loose fastener can cause an instrument panel fire.

The fix

Dealers will tighten the bulkhead stud battery cable fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began on july 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler recall no. D28.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash 2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles