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2004 DODGE Ram ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #04V385000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
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.
Risk if Unfixed
A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE GENERATOR HARNESS CAN CAUSE AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Free Fix
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.
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Other DODGE Ram 2004 Recalls

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
3 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other DODGE Ram Years

2011
4 recalls
2010
5 recalls
2009
6 recalls
2008
4 recalls
2007
4 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
6 recalls
2001
14 recalls
2000
11 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2004 DODGE Ram safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR recall for the 2004 DODGE Ram? (Campaign #04V385000)

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. A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE GENERATOR HARNESS CAN CAUSE AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. 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.