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NHTSA Campaign ID:  04V386000
Component:  Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufacturer:  Daimler-Chrysler Corporation
Year:
2004
Make:
Dodge Truck
Model:
Grand Caravan
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.

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