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NHTSA Campaign ID:  04V386000
Component:  Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufacturer:  Daimler-Chrysler Corporation
Year:
2002
Make:
Chrysler Truck
Model:
Town And Country
Recall Date:
08/03/2004
Potential Number of Units Affected: 681,000
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
On certain minivans equipped with 3.3 liter or 3.8 liter 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 Summary:
Dealers will replace the upper power steering cooler hose. This recall is expected to begin in September 2004. Owners should contact Daimler Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NHTSA Campaign ID:  04V531000
Component:  Equipment: Electrical: Radio/Tape Deck/CD Etc.
Manufacturer:  Daimler-Chrysler Corporation
Year:
2002
Make:
Chrysler Truck
Model:
Town And Country
Recall Date:
11/01/2004
Potential Number of Units Affected: 238,000
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
On certain mini vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.
Consequence Summary:
This could result in a speaker fire.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall is expected to begin during January or February 2005. Owners should contact Daimler Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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