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Recall campaign04V385000

Recall 04V385000: 2004 Dodge RAM

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Report received
Aug 3, 2004
Manufacturer
Daimlerchrysler corporation
Potentially affected
2,261vehicles
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 pick-up trucks equipped with 4.7l engines, the generator wiring harness may short circuit due to contact with a valve cover stud.

Possible 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.

Affected model years

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

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.