Recall 04V-480: 1998–2000 Chrysler Town and Country, 1998–2000 Dodge Caravan and 3 more
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 2004, covering about 955,344 vehicles.
The problem
On certain minivans, the driver's air bag may become disabled due to a failure of the clockspring, which is located in the hub of the steering wheel.
The risk
This condition will manifest itself through illumination of the air bag warning lamp, and could eventually result in a driver's air bag open circuit, if the part is not replaced in a reasonable amount of time.
The fix
Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all covered vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. For those vehicles with more than 70,000 miles, daimlerchrysler will offer an extended lifetime warranty under which it will replace the clockspring at no charge if it fails. Daimlerchrysler will also reimburse owners who have paid to have the clockspring replaced on their vehicles. The recall began on october 12, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. D17.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V480000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Town and Country | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Dodge Caravan | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Plymouth Grand Voyager | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Plymouth Voyager | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All 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-480?
On certain minivans, the driver's air bag may become disabled due to a failure of the clockspring, which is located in the hub of the steering wheel.
How is recall 04V-480 fixed?
Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all covered vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. For those vehicles with more than 70,000 miles, daimlerchrysler will offer an extended lifetime warranty under which it will replace the clockspring at no charge if it fails. Daimlerchrysler will also reimburse owners who have paid to have the clockspring replaced on their vehicles. The recall began on october 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.