NHTSA recall 02V042000
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Dodge RAM
Reported Feb 7, 2002268,740 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number B04Built Jan 1, 2000 – Aug 28, 2000
The defect
On certain pickup trucks, the alternator wire connection to the power distribution center (pdc) can loosen.
The risk
This could cause a vehicle fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the installation of the alternator wire connection to the pdc and if necessary, reposition the wire so that the crimp connection will face upward and tighten the fastener to the correct torque setting. owner notification began may 20, 2002. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.