NHTSA Recall # | 144268 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19V812000 |
MFG Compaign # | VB8 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | RAM |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2019 |
Component | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
Date of notification | 12/12/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 26/08/19 |
End date of manufacturing | 28/09/19 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 14/11/19 |
Report created | 14/11/19 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 193 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2019 ram 1500 trucks. These vehicles may have been built with a contaminated electric power steering (eps) gear that may short circuit, potentially resulting in an intermittent loss of power steering assist. |
Consequence summary | An intermittent loss of power steering assist may cause an inconsistent steering effort, especially during lower speed maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the eps gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began december 12, 2019. Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Fca's number for this recall is vb8. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |