CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
- Risk
- Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.
- 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
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler on certain trucks with the 3.0L Eco Diesel engine may crack. When it does, pre-heated, vaporized coolant can enter the EGR system and mix into the air flowing into the engine. This mixture can combust inside the intake manifold.
Combustion inside the intake manifold increases the risk of a fire, which can occur while the vehicle is in use. Owners should take this recall seriously.
The remedy is free. Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. Chrysler will notify owners directly, or you can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall number VB1). You can also check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the repair at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM 1500 | 201420152016201720182019 |
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