RAM 1500 2019: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V020000

Make Model Year
RAM 1500 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-02-11 2019-01-24 2019-01-31

Production Dates: 2017-10-31 - 2018-10-25

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: V04

Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 159740

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.

Consequence

A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash.

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.

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.