RAM 3500 2013: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V122000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 3500 | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-08-15 | 2013-04-03 | 2013-04-09 |
Production Dates: 2013-01-07 - 2013-03-06
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: N19
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6143
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 6, 2013. The engine cover may trap an excessive amount of heat under the cover.
The excessive heat under the engine cover may result in an under hood fire.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing engine cover with one that is a different design, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed on May 31, 2013. A second letter was mailed to owners with instructions on how to obtain the free remedy on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N19.
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.
