Recall 06V039000: Instrument Cluster Re-Flash

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Dodge/Dakota 2006

Dodge/Durango 2006

Mitsubishi/Raider 2006

MANUFACTURER: DaimlerChrysler Corporation

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V039000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: February 07, 2006

COMPONENT: Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Switch/Wiring

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 79701

SUMMARY:
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, a static electricity spark between the operator and the vehicle can cause the turn signal, headlamps or windshield wipers to malfunction without warning.

CONSEQUENCE:
This can impair the driver's vision and result in a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will re-flash the instrument cluster. The recall is expected to begin during February 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NOTES:
DaimlerChrysler recall No. F08. 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.