Recall 04V-531: 2001–2002 Chrysler Town and Country, 2001–2002 Chrysler Voyager and 2 more

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 2, 2004, covering about 238,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-531
Report date
Nov 2, 2004
Vehicles affected
238,000
Owners notified
Jan 31, 2005

The problem

On certain mini vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.

The risk

This could result in a speaker fire.

The fix

Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall began on january 31, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchryslerrecall no. D48.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
ComponentEquipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number04V531000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Town and Country2001, 2002All years
Chrysler Voyager2001, 2002All years
Dodge Caravan2001, 2002All years
Dodge Grand Caravan2001, 2002All 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-531?

On certain mini vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.

How is recall 04V-531 fixed?

Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall began on january 31, 2005. 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.