Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #03V078000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V078000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Includes 287,725 affected units, DAIMLERCHRYSLER/STEERING COLUMN ELECTRICAL CONNECT, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 1-800-853-1403.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V078000

Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Report Received Date: 2003-03-10T00:00:00

Subject: Daimlerchrysler/steering column electrical connect

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 287,725

Details

MFR Campaign Number: C11

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: This condition could cause impairment of visibility in inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 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 1-800-853-1403.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-9hkv~mcn4_hpck

NHTSA ID: 03V078000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1741512641

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Updated At: 1741512641

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