Recall 05V461000: TIPM Reprogramming

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Dodge/RAM 1500 2006

Dodge/RAM 1500 Reg. Cab SWB 2006

MANUFACTURER: DaimlerChrysler Corporation

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 05V461000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: October 04, 2005

COMPONENT: Power Train: Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 136

SUMMARY:
On certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks, the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) may contain incorrect transfer case calibration set points, potentially resulting in inadvertent transfer case default to neutral.

CONSEQUENCE:
If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.

REMEDY:
Dealers will reprogram the TIPM with new software that prevents the potential for this condition. The recall is expected to begin during November 2005. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NOTES:
DaimlerChrysler recall No. E18. Customers can 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.