NHTSA Recall 03V503000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V503000; Date: Dec. 4, 2003
Continued operation can result in propeller shaft separation and damage to fuel system components, which could lead to a fuel leak. Fluid and/or fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can cause an underbody fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Dodge Ram 1500; 2004 Dodge Ram 2500
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 514
Recall Summary:
On certain pickup trucks, the transfer case to transmission attaching fasteners may not be tightened correctly. This could cause the transmission adapter or transfer case housing to crack and leak fluid.
How to Fix:
Dealers will retighten the transfer case to transmission fasteners. Owner notification began on December 22, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
Recall Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. C39. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 22, 2003
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