CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. The battery ground fastener on the driver-side front fender may have been improperly secured, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the ground fastener, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V04.
- 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 battery ground fastener on the driver-side front fender may not have been properly secured. If it loosens, the electric power steering assist could be lost, changing how much effort it takes to steer and possibly causing the vehicle to oversteer or understeer. That change in handling raises the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will properly secure the battery ground fastener at no charge. Owners can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, and should check their vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether this repair applies to their truck.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM 1500 | 2019 |
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