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- STEERING:RACK AND PINION
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 RAM ProMaster City vehicles. The gears within the hydraulic rack and pinion steering system may have a casting defect that can cause a crack and a loss of hydraulic steering fluid.
- Risk
- A hydraulic steering fluid leak may require additional sudden steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear housing, replacing any affected rack-and-pinion assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U23.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A casting defect in the gears of the hydraulic rack and pinion steering system can cause a crack, leading to a loss of hydraulic steering fluid. A fluid leak can require sudden additional steering effort, which increases the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners. Dealers will inspect the steering gear housing and replace any affected rack and pinion assembly at no cost to you. The recall began March 13, 2018. You can also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (Chrysler recall number U23) and check your VIN for any open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM Promaster City | 2018 |
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