2002 Dodge RAM 1500 Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Dodge RAM 1500. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 03V504000Dec 10, 2003214 vehicles potentially affected
  Tires
  Covers: Dodge RAM 1500 2000–2002

  Reported issue: On certain 4x4 pickup trucks equipped with the snow plow preparation package, the tires supplied on some vehicles may have gross axle weight ratings that slightly exceed the maximum tire load capacity as defined in federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."

  Remedy: Dealers will provide replacement p245/75r16 tires to meet the load carrying capacity specified on the vehicle certification label and accommodate the addition of a commercially available snow plow and hardware. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

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• 03V077000Mar 10, 2003195,500 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior
  Covers: Dodge RAM 1500 2002

  Reported issue: On certain pickup trucks, the detent system on the exterior mirror housings may lose the functionality.

  Possible consequence: This could potentially affect rearward field of vision, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a mirror detent retainer kit to correct this condition. Owner notification began on april 10, 2003. 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.

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• 03V078000Mar 10, 2003287,725 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Column
  Covers: Dodge RAM 1500 2002

  Reported issue: On certain pickup trucks, the electrical connector at the bottom of the steering column contains an under-sized terminal for the hvac blower motor circuit. Localized heating from current flow with the blower speed set on high may cause the terminal contacts to relax and lose electrical contact. This can cause the hvac blower motor to become inoperative.

  Possible consequence: This condition could cause impairment of visibility in inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a wiring harness overlay to correct this condition. Owner notification began april 15, 2003. 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.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE02096Rear axle failureClosed · Dec 26, 2002

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