Recalls for your 1999 Dodge Ram

Recalls for 1999 Dodge Ram

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DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS


Posted on: 2001-05-18
Description
Vehicle description: pickup trucks.  Sound deadener material inside the steering wheel could become detached from the cover and housing.  Note: the ram pickup trucks were built at the warren assembly plant (s in the 11th vin position) from may 16, 2000 through october 23, 2000; st.  Louis north assembly plant (j in the 11th vin position) from may 19, 2000 through october 23, 2000; lago alberto assembly plant (m in the 11th vin position) from may 23, 2000 through october 23, 2000; and saltillo assembly plant (g in the 11th vin position) from may 23, 2000 through october 23, 2000.  Important: vehicles that have already had the proper clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been excluded from this recall.  In addition, 1997-2000 model year vehicles that have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been added to this recall.

Consequence
When this occurs, the material could interfere with the clockspring ribbon and cause an open circuit.  The driver air bag system will become disabled, and the air bag warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument panel.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly.  Owner notification began june 18, 2001.  Also some 1997-200 model year vehicles that, according to warranty records, have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, will also be included in this campaign.  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
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH


Posted on: 2001-02-13
Description
On certain pickup trucks originally sold in or currently registered in the following salt belt states: maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, the district of columbia, west virginia, ohio, indiana, michigan, illinois, wisconsin, minnesota, iowa, and missouri.  Corrosion of the return spring on the hood secondary latch could cause the mechanism to bind in the release position.

Consequence
If the primary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch.  Owner notification began september 17, 2001.  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
Daimlerchrysler recall no.973.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #3 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR


Posted on: 2001-04-24
Description
Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no.  209, seat belt assemblies.  The front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.

Consequence
If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor.  Owner notification began august 20, 2001.  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
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #4 - TRAILER HITCHES


Posted on: 2000-04-28
Description
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with optional trailer hitch.  The trailer hitch side brackets were manufactured using material with insufficient strength.

Consequence
Brackets built without proper material could fatigue and fracture in the area where the trailer hitch mounts to the frame.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the trailer hitches and replace any trailer hitch showing signs of fatigue cracking.  If no evidence of cracking exists, the dealer will install two reinforcement brackets.

Notes
Owner notification began april 24, 2000.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 1-800-992-1997.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #5 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 1999-05-12
Description
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with manual transmission, v10 engines and four-wheel-drive transfer cases.  Under sustained maximum rated vehicle load, while driving up a steep grade in four-wheel-drive low range in hot ambient conditions, the local exhaust temperature proximate to the hydraulic clutch line can generate line temperatures that exceed the temperature limit of the clutch line material.  If this condition occurs and the clutch is depressed, the line could rupture.

Consequence
The fluid could ignite on the hot exhaust possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch assembly.

Notes
Owner notification began december 27, 1999.  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 chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #6 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS


Posted on: 1999-03-17
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vans and wagons equipped with compressed natural gas (cng).  The fuel hose that connects the left and right fuel rails may shrink and leak fuel if exposed to high engine operating temperatures.

Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel rail assembly.

Notes
Owner notification began march 22, 1999.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 chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #7 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 1999-02-25
Description
Vehicle description: vans equipped with compressed natural gas (cng) fuel tanks.  Incorrect fuel tank straps were installed on the small fuel tank.  As a result, the fuel tank may not be securely attached to the vehicle.

Consequence
The fuel tank could move increasing the risk of a fire and/or explosion.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the mounting straps for the small fuel tank.

Notes
Owner notification began march 22, 1999.  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 chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #8 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 1999-07-19
Description
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and manual transmissions.  The underbody hydraulic clutch line heat shield is too short, allowing the plastic clutch line material to be directly exposed to exhaust temperatures.  It is possible to exceed the melting temperature of the clutch line material.

Consequence
If the line melts, hydraulic fluid can leak onto the vehicle exhaust and cause an underbody fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install the proper length heat shield.

Notes
Owner notification began august 9, 1999.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 chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #9 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE


Posted on: 2004-04-20
Description
On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (abs), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the abs control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the connector.  

Consequence
This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the abs control module connector for electrolyte damage and replace the connector as necessary.  The recall will begin on september 27, 2004.  Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no.  D20.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #10 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING


Posted on: 2006-06-29
Description
Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles.  Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Corrective Action
Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge.  The recall began on august 1, 2006.  Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

Notes
This recall only pertains to aai motorsports aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #11 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS


Posted on: 2008-08-14
Description
K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles.  These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund.  The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008.  Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc.  Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #12 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING


Posted on: 2009-04-07
Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles.  These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.  These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps.  The safety recall began on may 11, 2009.  Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.  

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #13 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS


Posted on: 2009-05-11
Description
Dope, inc.  Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles.  These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.  These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dope, inc.  Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps.  The safety recall began on july 28, 2009.  Owners may contact dope, inc.  At 1-626-272-1798.  

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.  Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .