Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
In your vehicle, the radiator is the part that helps keep your engine cool. In certain 2.4L engine models, a problem can cause engine coolant to leak into the electrical connections of the radiator fan.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could cause a short-circuit that leads to a fire in the engine compartment. This could burn your hand or damage your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your dealership will inspect the connections, install a protective cover, and replace the faulty fan motor at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible and contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403 if you have any questions.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE ENGINE COOLANT MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE LEFT RADIATOR COOLING FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CONNECTOR FOR CONTAMINATION OR DAMAGE, INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS OVERLAY, AND REPLACE THE FAN MOTOR FREE OR CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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