1998-2000 Dodge Ram recall: trailer hitches
Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on April 11, 2000. It covers about 357,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 357,000
- reported
- Apr 11, 2000
- owners notified
- Apr 24, 2000
Trailer hitches
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with optional trailer hitch. The trailer hitch side brackets were manufactured using material with insufficient strength.
- Risk
- Brackets built without proper material could fatigue and fracture in the area where the trailer hitch mounts to the frame.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the trailer hitches and replace any trailer hitch showing signs of fatigue cracking. If no evidence of cracking exists, the dealer will install two reinforcement brackets.
Recall number 00V107000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 00V107000
Is there a recall on the 1998-2000 Dodge Ram trailer hitches?
Yes. Recall 00V107000, reported on April 11, 2000, covers about 357,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 00V107000?
Dealers will inspect the trailer hitches and replace any trailer hitch showing signs of fatigue cracking. If no evidence of cracking exists, the dealer will install two reinforcement brackets.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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