NHTSA Recall 04V600000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V600000; Date: Dec. 23, 2004
Such cracking may lead to a loss of air pressure at the valve stem, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Sprinter 2500; 2003 Sprinter 2500; 2004 Sprinter 2500; 2005 Sprinter 2500
Component: Tires:valve
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl
Affected Units:: 23,000
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks distributed by Dodge or freightliner and equipped with a tire valve, tr600, on 16" tires, the valve can develop cracks within the rubber part or between the metal part and the rubber part of the valve stem.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the tire valves on all sprinter vehicles. The recall began on April 4, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 4, 2005
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