RAM PROMASTER CITY 2018: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V149000
Make | Model | Year |
---|---|---|
RAM | PROMASTER CITY | 2018 |
Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
2018-03-13 | 2018-03-06 | 2018-03-08 |
Production Dates: 2018-01-29 - 2018-02-20
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: U23
Component: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 225
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2018 RAM ProMaster City vehicles. The gears within the hydraulic rack and pinion steering system may have a casting defect that can cause a crack and a loss of hydraulic steering fluid.
A hydraulic steering fluid leak may require additional sudden steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear housing, replacing any affected rack-and-pinion assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U23.
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.