NHTSA Recall 03V078000: Column (steering)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 287,725 vehicles. It affects 2002 Dodge RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V078000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C11 |
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | March 10, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 10, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks, the electrical connector at the bottom of the steering column contains an under-sized terminal for the HVAC blower motor circuit. Localized heating from current flow with the blower speed set on high may cause the terminal contacts to relax and lose electrical contact. This can cause the HVAC blower motor to become inoperative.
Safety risk
This condition could cause impairment of visibility in inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a wiring harness overlay to correct this condition. Owner notification began april 15, 2003. 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. C11.customers can 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 03V078000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge RAM 1500 | 2002 |
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.