- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING; STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.
- 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
The steering column control module may cause the high beams to turn on when the turn signal is used, or the turn signal to turn on when the high beams are used. The turn signal's self-canceling feature may also not work properly. As a result, the lighting does not meet federal lighting safety requirements.
Incorrect turn signal or high beam operation can confuse or reduce the visibility of other drivers and road users, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the steering column control module software and inspect and replace the module if necessary, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. You can also contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403, and check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM 1500 | 2023 |
|---|---|
| RAM 2500 | 20232024 |
| RAM 3500 | 20232024 |
| RAM 4500 | 20232024 |
| RAM 5500 | 20232024 |