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NHTSA Campaign ID:
03V094000 Component: Structure Manufacturer: Daimler-Chrysler Corporation |
| Year: 2003 |
Make: Dodge Truck |
Model: Caravan |
Recall Date: 03/07/2003 |
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Potential Number of Units Affected: 3,674 Manufactured: |
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Defect Summary:
Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with Southern Comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by American Technology Components, Inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.Consequence Summary: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.Corrective Summary: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began March 7, 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 Southern Comfort at 1-800-745-6096. |
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NHTSA Campaign ID:
04V386000 Component: Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, And Connections Manufacturer: Daimler-Chrysler Corporation |
| Year: 2003 |
Make: Dodge Truck |
Model: Caravan |
Recall Date: 08/03/2004 |
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Potential Number of Units Affected:
681,000 Manufactured: |
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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. |
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