NHTSA Recall 03V388000: Switch (exterior lighting)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,739 vehicles. It affects 2003 Dodge Viper.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V388000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C33 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | October 10, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 1, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the multifunction switch park lamp contacts may corrode.
Safety risk
This corrosion could cause the park lamps, head lamps and/or instrument panel lamps to flicker or become inoperative. This could affect driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reflash the software in the body control module. Owner notification began on december 1, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. C33.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 03V388000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge Viper | 2003 |
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.