NHTSA Recall # | 2415 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 01V253000 |
MFG Compaign # | 990 |
Manufacturer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | RAM |
Model Year | 2001 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
Date of notification | 27/08/01 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/99 |
End date of manufacturing | 05/03/01 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 02/08/01 |
Report created | 02/08/01 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 98000 |
Defect summary | Vehicle description: vans and wagons not equipped with power front seats. In the presence of road salt, water, and possibly other debris, the power seat connector located beneath the driver's seat could develop a high resistive short circuit that cycles the circuit breaker. |
Consequence summary | If the circuit breaker cycles for an extended period of time, heat could build up in the connector, possibly resulting in a fire. |
Corrective action | Owners will receive instructions for removing the circuit breaker from the fuse panel. If an owner desires, their dealer can perform the repair. Owner notification began august 27, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403. |
Recall notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |