2004 Dodge Ram recalls

Exterior lighting

• Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary

Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Consequence

Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

• Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary

Chrysler is recalling 1,364 windshield wiper modules, p/n 55077098AJ, sold during the 2008 and 2009 calendar year for use as aftermarket replacement equipment on my 2002-2009 Dodge ram pickup trucks. These wiper module assemblies may be susceptible to water intrusion that could result in partial or complete loss of windshield wiper capability.

Consequence

When the wiper system fails, the operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the wiper module assemblies with vented wiper motor housings free of charge. The safety recall began on August 28, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Steering › Linkages

• Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary

Chrysler is recalling 18,000 aftermarket steering linkages used for service on some my 2003 through 2008 Dodge ram heavy duty pickup trucks. The subject linkages may experience drag link inner tie rod to pitman arm ball stud fracture, also, the steering linkage damper attaching bracket may yeild and shift on the linkage. The part numbers of the affected assemblies is 52122362AA through 52122362AD.

Consequence

This could result in a loss of steering control and the restricted ability to turn the vehicle in one direction increasing the risk of a crash without warning.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering linkage drag link inner tie rod end assembly, and inspect the steering linkage damper bracket free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Equipment › Electrical

• Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary

Certain cequent 90 degree 7-way right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5th wheel RV travel trailers. Due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.

Consequence

If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.

Remedy

All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.

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Exterior lighting

• Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary

Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence

Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Remedy

Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

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Exterior lighting › Headlights

• Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary

Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence

Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began may 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo USA at 909-468-3688.

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Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

Summary

On certain pick-up trucks equipped with 4.7L engines, the generator wiring harness may short circuit due to contact with a valve cover stud.

Consequence

A short circuit in the generator harness can cause an under hood fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the alternator wiring insulation for damage and repair and add a tie-strap clip to the valve cover stud to retain the wiring. This recall began on August 13, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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