The problem
On certain pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines and automatic transmissions, in an attempt to exit the vehicle quickly without shutting off the engine and removing the key, the driver May inadvertently leave the automatic transmission shift control in indicated reverse.
The risk
This error is an unintended action that May result in a lack of transmission park pawl engagement and possibly delayed rearward movement of the vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will perform a software modification to equip these vehicles with an out-of-park alarm. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-462 (05V462000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | E17 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift |
| Report date | October 6, 2005 |
| Owners notified | March 20, 2006 |
| Vehicles affected | 250,433 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-462 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will perform a software modification to equip these vehicles with an out-of-park alarm. Owners May 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 250,433 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.