I got a recall notice (D20) so they could check the battery tray / antilock brakes, but on the notice it said my vehicle was never serviced for 990
When I called the dealer to sched my Recall fix appointment, I mentioned the 990 notice as well, and he said he would have to look that one up ... but couldn't find it while I was on hold ....
Anyone know so I can go in as an informed consumer ????
Thanks in advance
Chump
09-02-2005, 10:42 PM
You can try www.nhtsa.com or....
Recall - Power Seat Circuit Breaker Removal
August 2001
Safety Recall No. 990 -- Power Seat Connector
Models
2000-2001 (AB) Dodge Ram van/wagon
NOTE :This recall applies only to the above vehicles that are NOT equipped with a power driver's seat (without Sales Code - JRD) built through March 5, 2001 (MDH 0305XX)
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 DIAL VIP System.
Subject
The unused power seat connector under the driver's seat on about 94,000 of the above vehicles may short circuit due to corrosion from exposure to road salt and water. A short circuit can cause a fire in the interior of the vehicle.
Repair
The circuit breaker for the power seat circuit must be removed from the fuse panel.
Service instructions are being provided to all vehicle owners known to DaimlerChrysler with the Owner Notification letter. The owners are requested to remove the circuit breaker themselves or, if preferred, to arrange for dealer removal without charge.
Parts Information
No parts are required to perform this service procedure.
Service Procedure
1. Inspect the driver's seat.
^ If the vehicle has had a power driver's seat installed by a van conversion company, the power seat connector is used and this service procedure does NOT apply. Return the vehicle to the customer, no further action is necessary.
^ If the vehicle is equipped with a manual driver's seat adjuster, continue with Step 2.
2. Remove the fuse access panel from the left (driver's side) end of the instrument panel.
3. Using a pair of needle nose pliers, remove the power seat circuit breaker from the fuse panel. Discard the circuit breaker.
NOTE :Circuit breaker removal will only disable the unused power seat circuit. No other electrical components will be affected.
4. Install the fuse access panel onto the end of the instrument
type "0RD990".
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to DaimlerChrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to remove the circuit breaker from their vehicle. Any owner who prefers not to remove the circuit breaker is asked to schedule an appointment for the service with their dealer. Owner letter is not included.
Enclosed with each owner letter is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form for owner or dealer reference as needed.
Dealers are encouraged to consider alternative scheduling and servicing approaches for this recall. This repair does not require hoists or other full service facility special equipment and is a DaimlerChrysler Mobile Service approved repair.
Vehicle Not Available
If a vehicle is not available for service, let us know by filling out the pre-addressed Owner Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
DaimlerChrysler Corporation
CIMS 482-00-85
800 Chrysler Drive East
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2757
Additional Information
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Zone Service Office.
