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Vehicle recall 03V389000 · October 10, 2003

2001-2003 Dodge Dakota

On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions, the headlamp and dash wiring harness may be chafed by the actuation of the clutch pedal.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions, the headlamp and dash wiring harness may be chafed by the actuation of the clutch pedal. This could result in abnormal operation of the wipers, turn signals, horn or lighting systems.
Consequence
This could affect driver visibility, could prevent a driver from sounding a warning by using the horn, and, when the turn signals are inoperative, the driver cannot use them to signal intent to turn, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reroute the wire harness and repair the harness if necessary. Owner notification began November 3, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. C35.CUSTOMERS can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
03V389000
Reported to NHTSA
October 10, 2003
Filed by
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacturer campaign
C35
Owner notification
November 3, 2003
Vehicles potentially affected
50,082
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › Wiring
Recall 03V389000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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