1996 DODGE RAM RECALL - #97V084000
RECALL FOR POWER TRAIN : AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION : COOLING UNIT AND LINES
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.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
1996 DODGE RAM |
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| Manufacturer |
CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1994 - 2/1/1997 |
| Recalled on |
5/23/1997 |
| Influenced by |
OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION |
| Owners Notified on |
5/19/1997 |
| # Affected |
960,000 |
| Recalled for |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
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. |
| Corrective action |
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HIGH TEMPERATURE SIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER LINE CONNECTOR FITTINGS WITH CONNECTORS THAT INCORPORATE A STAINLESS STEEL RETAINER. |
| Notes |
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 19, 1997. 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 CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393. |
| See also |
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, POWER ASSIST, VACUUM, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for AIR BAGS, FRONTAL
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for POWER TRAIN, CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, IGNITION, SWITCH
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1996 DODGE RAM Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, HOOD, LATCH
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Comments
8/25/2012 - Mark A. Sadolf
8-25-12.........I have a 1996 Dodge Ram Club Cab truck, which I have had for about 3 to 4 years. I appear to have a fuel leak, only when the tank is filled. The leak appears to be from the top of the tank, but I am unsure. Fuel leaks onto the ground. I did some research, I found a recall for this issue. The recall number is #97V199000. It appears my leak is the same as the recall listed. I called and spoke with a Chrysler rep., at # 1-800-992-1997. I was told that the recall number is VIN number specific, and that after telling the rep. the VIN , I was told my truck VIN was not affected. I am not sure I agree with the statement given to me. I will research this more and make repairs as required.