The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud May not have been properly tightened.
The risk
A loose fastener can cause an instrument panel fire.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the bulkhead stud battery cable fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-334 (04V334000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | D28 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables |
| Report date | July 9, 2004 |
| Owners notified | July 6, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 20,060 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-334 repair free?
Yes. Chrysler dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will tighten the bulkhead stud battery cable fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 20,060 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.