DODGE 1500 2019: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| Make : DODGE | Model : 1500 | Year : 2019 |
| Build Dates : 2017-10-31 - 2018-10-25 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V020000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-02-11 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-01-24 | Date Added to Database: 2019-01-31 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: V04 | ||
| Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 159740 | ||
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Summary:
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. |
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Consequence:
A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash. |
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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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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