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NHTSA Recall 04V334000: Cables (electrical system)

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,060 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chrysler 300.

20,060
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2004
owners notified (July 6)
NHTSA campaign04V334000
Manufacturer campaignD28
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES
Report receivedJuly 9, 2004
Owner notificationJuly 6, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud may not have been properly tightened.

Safety risk

A loose fastener can cause an instrument panel fire.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten the bulkhead stud battery cable fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began on july 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. D28.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 04V334000

Make and modelModel years
Chrysler 3002005
Dodge Magnum2005

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.