Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2002)
Technical Service Bulletin # C35
Date: 031001
Recall - Dash/Headlamp Wiring Harness Routing
October 2003
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall No. C35
Headlamp and Dash Wiring Harness
Models
2001-2003 (AN) Dodge Dakota
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a manual transmission (Sales Code DDK or DDC).
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer used vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail
delivery. Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service.
Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.
Subject
The headlamp and dash wiring harness on about 49,000 of the above vehicles may be chafed by the actuation of the clutch pedal. This could result in
abnormal operation of the wipers, horn, turn signals and/or lighting systems.
Repair
The headlamp and dash wiring harness must be rerouted. Any harness wires that are chafed must be repaired as necessary.
Parts Information
No parts are required to perform this service procedure.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DIAL
System or on the DealerCONNECT claim entry screen located on the Service tab. Claims submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall
service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use the labor operation number and time allowance shown.
Parts Return
Not applicable.
Dealer Notification and Vehicle List
All dealers will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter by DMAIL and by first class mail. Two additional copies will be sent through the
DCMMS. DealerCONNECT and the MDS2 will be updated to include this recall in the near future.
Vehicle Lists, Global Recall System, VIP and Dealer Follow up
All involved vehicles have been entered into the DealerCONNECT Global Recall System (GRS) and Vehicle Information Plus (VIP) for dealer inquiry
as needed. Involved dealers were also mailed a copy of their vehicle (VIN) list with the dealer recall notification letter.
