Recall 06V-039: 2006 Dodge Dakota, 2006 Dodge Durango and 1 more

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Feb 9, 2006, covering about 79,701 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-039
Report date
Feb 9, 2006
Vehicles affected
79,701
Owners notified
Mar 6, 2006

The problem

On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, a static electricity spark between the operator and the vehicle can cause the turn signal, headlamps or windshield wipers to malfunction without warning.

The risk

This can impair the driver's vision and result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will re-flash the instrument cluster. The recall began on march 6, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. F08.customers 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.

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentVisibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Switch/Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V039000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Dakota2006All years
Dodge Durango2006All years
Mitsubishi Raider2006All 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 06V-039?

On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, a static electricity spark between the operator and the vehicle can cause the turn signal, headlamps or windshield wipers to malfunction without warning.

How is recall 06V-039 fixed?

Dealers will re-flash the instrument cluster. The recall began on march 6, 2006. Owners may 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.