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NHTSA recall 03V504000

Tires · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

December 10, 2003report date
214units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain 4x4 pickup trucks equipped with the snow plow preparation package, the tires supplied on some vehicles may have gross axle weight ratings that slightly exceed the maximum tire load capacity as defined in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."

Why it matters:

The fix: Dealers will provide replacement p245/75r16 tires to meet the load carrying capacity specified on the vehicle certification label and accommodate the addition of a commercially available snow plow and hardware. Owner notification began on December 22, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at…

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2000 Dodge Ram 1500, 2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 2002 Dodge Ram 1500.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V504000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.