RAM 3500 2018: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V398000

Make Model Year
RAM 3500 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-08-02 2018-06-14 2018-06-18

Production Dates: 2018-05-01 - 2018-05-11

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: U56

Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1837

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 111

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard "FMVSS" number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Consequence

A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.

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.