Recall 04V-216: 2002–2004 Dodge Dakota, 2002–2003 Dodge Durango

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on May 5, 2004, covering about 320,188 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-216
Report date
May 5, 2004
Vehicles affected
320,188
Owners notified
Jul 12, 2004

The problem

On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper module motor may be susceptible to water intrusion that could cause internal corrosion and result in partial or complete loss of front windshield wiping capability.

The risk

Driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper module. Owner notification began on july 12, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. D22.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentVisibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V216000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Dakota2002, 2003, 2004All years
Dodge Durango2002, 2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-216?

On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper module motor may be susceptible to water intrusion that could cause internal corrosion and result in partial or complete loss of front windshield wiping capability.

How is recall 04V-216 fixed?

Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper module. Owner notification began on july 12, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.