RAM 4500 2008: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V739000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 4500 | 2008 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-12-23 | 2016-10-13 | 2016-10-13 |
Production Dates: 2007-06-13 - 2010-02-16
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: S68
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 74811
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.
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.
