Recall 03V503000: 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 4, 2003

Manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler corporation

Potentially affected

514vehicles

Model years

2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain pickup trucks, the transfer case to transmission attaching fasteners may not be tightened correctly. This could cause the transmission adapter or transfer case housing to crack and leak fluid.

Possible consequence

Continued operation can result in propeller shaft separation and damage to fuel system components, which could lead to a fuel leak. Fluid and/or fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can cause an underbody fire.

Remedy

Dealers will retighten the transfer case to transmission fasteners. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 Dodge RAM 15001,099 complaints
• 2004 Dodge RAM 2500582 complaints