NHTSA Recall 02V161000: Vehicle speed control
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 97,500 vehicles. It affects 1997–1998 Dodge RAM.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V161000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | B15 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | June 14, 2002 |
| Owner notification | July 29, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines only, the throttle linkage joints can corrode and cause the throttle to bind or stick.
Safety risk
This could potentially result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rod ends and ball studs. Owner notification began july 29, 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
Also, customers can 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 02V161000
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.