'03 Recall info

[Ladders]

Just heard on the morning news that DC is having a recall on the engine controller to update the software. Might this be related to the "go" pedal problem? Not sure but it could be.





Da diesel-less SOTSU!!

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[Prairie Dog]

Woo hoo!!! I sure hope so.

 

[MattSt]

This is what I saw on TV and after doing a search the only info I can find. Anyone have anything else?





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Auburn Hills, Mich. , Jun 7, 2002 - Chrysler Group is recalling some 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 pickups to reinforce an axle bracket, and also 1997-1998 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups with diesel engines to replace a fitting in the engine compartment.



- Chrysler Group is recalling 46,000 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 pickups to address a potentially weak weld on a rear axle bracket. The recall affects only four-wheel drive models built prior to November, 2001. No complaints have been received on this long-term durability issue that may affect less than four percent of vehicles. Dealers will install a reinforcement bracket.



- Approximately 111,000 1997-1998 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups with diesel engines will be recalled to replace a fitting in the engine compartment that could corrode from road salt used during winter months in the Midwest. Dealers will install new fittings in the engine compartment with improved corrosion resistance.



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[MattSt]

Found it.



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Make : DODGE Model : RAM, RAM 2500, RAM 3500 Year : 2003

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 03V033000 Recall Date : FEB 04, 2003

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 19500

Summary:

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS DIESEL ENGINES AND MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, MAY EXPERIENCE AN ELEVATED IDLE SPEED AFTER EXTENDED CRUISE CONTROL USE.

Consequence:

THIS CAN RESULT IN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy:

DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE SOFTWARE IN THE CUMMINS ENGINE CONTROLLER. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 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.

Notes:

CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION?S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

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[CATCRACKER]

i love the TDR! "knowledge is power"Oo. Oo.

 

[Duck]

I was kind of hoping they would fix that intermittent check engine light while they were at it. Actually, haven't seen that light in a while. It's been replaced by the "Washer Fluid" light which comes on just as regularly and goes away in an instant.

 

[rbattelle]

A reprogram? I hope it's a reprogram that doesn't create more problems than it solves.