Vehicle recall 04V385000 · August 3, 2004
2004 Dodge Ram
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.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Notes
- Recall no. D34.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
- 04V385000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 3, 2004
- Filed by
- DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Manufacturer campaign
- D34
- Owner notification
- August 13, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,261
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
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