Dodge Ram Van 2002

• Recall 83296 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
  Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
  sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.The list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .

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• Recall 84497 [USA]: When the wiper system fails, the operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.
  Chrysler is recalling 1,364 windshield wiper modules, p/n 55077098aj, sold during the 2008 and 2009 calendar year for use as aftermarket replacement equipment on my 2002-2009 dodge ram pickup trucks. These wiper module assemblies may be susceptible to water intrusion that could result in partial or complete loss of windshield wiper capability.
  dealers will replace the wiper module assemblies with vented wiper motor housings free of charge. The safety recall began on august 28, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
  chrysler's recall no. J11.Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .

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• Recall 71372 [USA]: Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
  On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
  dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
  chrysler recall no. G28.Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 72473 [USA]: If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
  Certain cequent 90 degree 7-way right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5th wheel rv travel trailers. Due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
  all of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket cequent tow packages and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler, gmc, or ford vehicles.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 51185 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
  Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
  ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.For more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 35076 [USA]: This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.
  On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (abs), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the abs control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the connector.
  dealers will inspect the abs control module connector for electrolyte damage and replace the connector as necessary. The recall will begin on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
  daimlerchrysler recall no. D20.Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 495 [USA]: During rotation, the brake line could separate from the caliper resulting in a brake fluid loss in the rear brake hydraulic system.
  On certain 4x4 pickup trucks, the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate.
  dealers will install rear brake caliper reinforcements on the rear axle assemblies. Owner notification began december 9, 2002. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
  daimlerchrysler recall no. B20.Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall R/2015/128 [UK]: Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly
  The passenger airbag inflator housing may rupture due to excessive internal pressure during normal airbag deployment events. This could result in an increased chance of occupant injury during certain crash conditions.
  replace air bag inflator on affected vehicles

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• Recall 2009081 [Canada]: Electrical
  Certain aftermarket replacement windshield wiper motor assemblies, sold during the '08 and '09 calendar year for use as service equipment on 2002-2009 dodge ram pickup trucks, may be susceptible to water intrusion that could result in partial or complete loss of windshield wiping capability. Should this occur during a rainy/snowy day, it could increase the risk of a crash, causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: owners who had windshield wiper motor assemblies serviced during the '08 and '09 calendar year will be requested to take their vehicle to a chrysler dealer for inspection and repair if required.

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• Recall 2007389 [Canada]: Other
  On certain vehicles, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperable. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the ignition key removed (or in the lock position) or it could allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position. This could allow the vehicle to roll away, possibly causing property damage and/or personal injury or death. Correction: dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly.

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• Recall 2003058 [Canada]: Visual system
  On certain pickup trucks, the detent system on the exterior mirror housing may lose functionality, potentially affecting the driver's rearward field of vision. Correction: dealer will install a mirror detent retainer kit on the driver and passenger side outside rearview mirrors.

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• Recall 2003059 [Canada]: Electrical
  On certain pickup trucks, the electrical connector at the bottom of the steering column may contain an under-sized terminal in the heater ventilation air conditioning (hvac) blower motor circuit. Localized heating from current flow with the blower speed set on high may cause the terminal contacts to relax and lose contact. This can cause the hvac blower motor to become inoperative. Correction: dealer will install an approved wiring harness.

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• Recall 2002110 [Canada]: Brakes
  On certain ram 1500 4x4 pickup trucks the rear axle flange weld to the axle tube could fatigue and allow the brake caliper assembly to rotate. During rotation, the brake line could separate from the caliper resulting in a brake fluid loss in the rear brake hydraulic system potentially resulting in a crash. Correction: dealers will install rear brake caliper reinforcement collars on the rear axle tube assemblies.

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• Recall 2007389 [Canada]: Other
  On certain vehicles, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperable. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the ignition key removed (or in the lock position) or it could allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position. This could allow the vehicle to roll away, possibly causing property damage and/or personal injury or death. Correction: dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly.

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• Recall 2004129 [Canada]: Brakes
  On certain vehicles, aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the abs control module connector and compromise the sealing integrity of the connector. This may allow development of a high resistance short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire. Correction: dealer will inspect the abs control module connector for electrolyte damage, and replace the connector as necessary. All affected vehicles will also have a shield installed to protect the connector from future battery electrolyte leakage.

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Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

• Rear axle failure investigation # PE02096

  See attached report.
  

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• Safety belt cinching latch plate investigation # PE02082

  There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.While conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations. Additionally, the report rate is low (1.60/100k).The information available fails to establish the existence of a defect trend at this time.Further allocation of agency resources to this issue is unwarranted and the preliminary evaluation is being closed.
  

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Took van in for inspection and was informed that the entire frame had rust issues. Was told the front frame was so bad i should just park it as that anything from the radiator to the engine could just fall out with one good jolt. Did a little research and found this is a common problem with these vehicles as with the toyota trucks. The body shop i took it to said he had 13 of them this year alone. I crawled under there and there are large areas of frame that has just disappeared. Either poor quality steel or improper rust prevention at manufacture point could cause this much damage. Company should be made to step up and replace the frames. *tr

On 8/8/14, a loud banging sound occurred when going over bumps and railroad tracks while driving to work. At that time, stopped driving van until were able to take it to bettenhausen chrysler jeep in tinley park, il. On 8/14/14. On the same date, we were informed the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The area around the sway bar is completely rusted away. The other areas of the frame show rust and corrosion which will eventually cause the steering mechanism to fail making the vehicle very unsafe to drive. The proper procedures were followed to determine if chrysler would warranty the repair of this vehicle since they have experienced this same problem with some of their other vehicles. Van was transported to riverdale body shop, tinley park, illinois, to determine the cost of repairs. Chrysler was contacted. On 8/27/14 were informed chrysler would not warranty this vehicle. A telephone call was made to their customer care center wherein a case was presented to get them to warranty the work. A letter was also sent out to different chrysler people on this same date.

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram model r35. The contact was driving 5 mph when smoke emitted inside of the vehicle and flames were visible from the hood. The failure caused the contact to drive into a ditch but there was no crash. The doors failed to open during the failure so the contact escaped by punching and shattering the windshield. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed that the power disruption caught fire. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure and the current mileages were 50,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 2500 van. The contact stated while driving 2 mph the steering mount broke from the frame causing a faulty wheel alignment. The vehicle was towed to the contacts home. The contact inspected the frame and notice excessive rust on the frame. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the frame and the manufacturer stated there were no related recalls. The contact stated if he was driving on the highway at high speeds a crash could have occurred. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Total loss of steering due to severe frame rot, which led to the detachment of the steering mounts on the passenger side. Luckily it happened at a slow speed, at that point had to be towed. Had just exited highway at speeds of 65 mph. I informed dodge of this problem approximately 6 months ago, basically they don't care. Vehicle is only 8 years old. If it is happening to my van it is happening to all vans. Action needs to be taken quickly in order to save lives. *tr

All power stops to vehicle, shutting entire engine, power brakes, steering off. It occurs daily, whil edriving on roads/freeways, creating a seriously hazardous situation. Dealer previously replaced the power control module. Problem recently started again. Dealer wants to replace the pcm again at huge cost, but cannot replicate problem and inst sure the pcm is the problem. Might be faulty wiring, but dealer cannot tell. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram van 3500. While the vehicle was parked the steering wires broke in half and the steering box snapped off. He attempted to file a claim with the manufacturer and was denied; however, a supervisor advised him to have the steering box diagnosed by the dealer. He has not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was 56,000.

The dash in my 2002 dodge ram quad cab pickup began to crack and has now completely shattered. There are pieces that have broken off and are now effecting my heating and cooling system. I am concerned that if i hit a bump to hard that a piece might actually dislodge and harm someone. Or cause even more severe internal damage that might effect my ability to operate the vehicle. *tr

1) electrical problems. Lights kept going in and out 2) dash cracking and crumbling. Pieces falling into air vents and preventing windshield from defrosting! Dangerous! Could cause an accident. Dash is in such bad shape that if passenger air bag were to be deployed it could kill someone due to flying pieces of hard plastic all over the vehicle. Make dodge recall this product! What are you waiting for? You already have thousands of complaints for this problem! *tt

Common OBD-II Error Codes

• P0201 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 1
• P0202 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 2
• P0203 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 3
• P0204 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 4
• P0205 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 5
• P0206 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 6