NHTSA Campaign Id 95V237000; Date: Dec. 12, 1995
This condition can potentially cause a fire in the engine compartment.
1996 Dodge RAM
Component: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 12,000
The fasteners which secure the generator cartridge fuse to the power distribution center may have an improper clamp load. Improper clamping can result in arcing at the connection.
Dealers will tighten the generator cartridge fuse fasteners properly.
System: electrical; alternator; generator. Vehicle description: passenger vans and wagons. Note: 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 Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 15, 1996
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