CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Luxe Trucks dba Utility Bodywerks (Utility Bodywerks) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The rear brake caliper flexible lines may have been improperly routed, which could allow chafing against suspension components, and result in a brake fluid leak.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and replace the rear brake caliper flexible line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 30, 2022. Owners may contact Utility Bodywerks' customer service at 1-574-522-8422.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks modified by Utility Bodywerks may have rear brake caliper flexible lines routed improperly. The lines can chafe against suspension components over time, which may cause a brake fluid leak.
A brake fluid leak can lead to a loss of braking, which increases the risk of a crash. If you own one of the affected vehicles, do not ignore warning signs such as a low brake fluid level, a soft or sinking brake pedal, or a brake warning light, and have the vehicle inspected promptly.
Authorized dealers will modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting and replace the line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 30, 2022. You can contact Utility Bodywerks customer service at 1-574-522-8422, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Utility Bodywerks RAM 4500 | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| Utility Bodywerks RAM 5500 | 20192020 |