1994-1997 Dodge Ram recall: cooling unit and lines
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on May 5, 1997. It covers about 960,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 960,000
- reported
- May 5, 1997
- owners notified
- May 19, 1997
- related complaints
- 365
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
- What is wrong
- Under certain high load operating conditions, the transmission fluid temperature can exceed the melting point of the material used in the connector to retain the fluid line to the transmission.
- Risk
- When these temperatures occur, the fluid line will not stay connected with the transmission and fluid can spray onto the exhaust manifold, resulting in smoke or fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high temperature side of the transmission fluid cooler line connector fittings with connectors that incorporate a stainless steel retainer.
Recall number 97V084000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 365 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 97V084000
Is there a recall on the 1994-1997 Dodge Ram cooling unit and lines?
Yes. Recall 97V084000, reported on May 5, 1997, covers about 960,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V084000?
Dealers will replace the high temperature side of the transmission fluid cooler line connector fittings with connectors that incorporate a stainless steel retainer.
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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