NHTSA Recall # | 55810 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 04V386000 |
MFG Compaign # | D37 |
Manufacturer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | CARAVAN |
Model Year | 2004 |
Component | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, |
Date of notification | 27/09/04 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/10/01 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/08/03 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 05/08/04 |
Report created | 11/08/04 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 681000 |
Defect summary | On certain minivans equipped with 3. 3 or 3. 8l v-6 engine, the upper power steering cooler hose may split and cause a fluid leak. |
Consequence summary | Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an under hood fire. |
Corrective action | Dealers will replace the upper power steering cooler hose. This recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403. |
Recall notes | Recall no. D37. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |