NHTSA Recall 07V555000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V555000; Date: Dec. 4, 2007
Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Dodge Dakota; 2002 Dodge Dakota; 2001 Dodge Durango; 2002 Dodge Durango; 2002 Dodge Ram Pickup; 2001 Dodge Ram Van; 2002 Dodge Ram Van
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift
Manufactured by: Chrysler Llc
Affected Units:: 576,418
Recall Summary:
On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during January 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Chrysler recall no. G28. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 24, 2007
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