RAM 1500 2013: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V287000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 1500 | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-09-11 | 2013-07-02 | 2013-07-08 |
Production Dates: 2012-06-26 - 2013-02-05
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: N37
Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 45896
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 4x4 trucks manufactured June 26, 2012, through February 5, 2013. Due to a software issue with the Electronic Stability Control "ESC" module, the ESC system may be disabled when the vehicle is started.
A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESC module software, free of charge. The recall began on September 11, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N37.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY: 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
