NHTSA Recall 02V042000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 268,740 vehicles. It affects 2001 Dodge RAM.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V042000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | B04 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Report received | February 7, 2002 |
| Owner notification | May 20, 2002 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks, the alternator wire connection to the power distribution center (pdc) can loosen.
Safety risk
This could cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the installation of the alternator wire connection to the pdc and if necessary, reposition the wire so that the crimp connection will face upward and tighten the fastener to the correct torque setting. Owner notification began may 20, 2002. 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.b04.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V042000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge RAM | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.