Magnum V8-5.7L VIN H (2005)
Technical Service Bulletin # D28
Date: 040701
Recall - Bulkhead Battery Cable Stud Torque Inspection
July 2004
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall D28
Battery Cable Bulkhead Stud Fasteners
Models
2005
(LX)
Chrysler 300 and Dodge Magnum
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles built through April 20, 2004 (MDH 042013).
IMPORTANT:
Many of the vehicles within the above build period have already been inspected or repaired and, therefore, have been excluded from this recall.
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer new vehicle inventory. Federal law requires you to stop sale and complete this recall service on these
vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also consider this requirement to apply to used vehicle inventory and should perform this recall on
vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.
Subject
The battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud on about 20,000 of the above vehicles may not have been properly tightened. A loose fastener can cause
an instrument panel fire.
Repair
The battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud must be tightened to the proper specification.
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 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 one of the labor operation numbers and time allowances shown.
Add the cost of the parts, if necessary, plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
NOTE:
Labor Operation times include express window and ESP calibration, if necessary.
NOTE:
See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Parts Return
Not required.
