NHTSA recall 04V386000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Chrysler Town And Country and 3 more
Reported Aug 5, 2004681,000 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number D37Built Oct 1, 2001 – Aug 1, 2003
The defect
On certain minivans equipped with 3.3 or 3.8L V-6 engine, the upper power steering cooler hose may split and cause a fluid leak.
The risk
Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an under hood fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the upper power steering cooler hose. this recall began on september 27, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.