Durango 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
Technical Service Bulletin # F42
Date: 061001
Recall - Potential Interior Fire
October 2006
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall F42
Unused Wiring Connector
Models
2001-2003 (DN) Dodge Durango
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 40/20/40 bench seat (sales code CBE).
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
An unused wiring connector under the front seat on about 34,900 of the above vehicles may become contaminated with spilled fluid and/or debris. This
may cause a short circuit, which can result in an interior fire.
Repair
The unused connector under the front seat must be inspected for corrosion/debris and cleaned as necessary. In addition, a connector seal with a plastic
retainer clip must be installed on the unused connector.
