2010–2012 Dodge Ram 5500, Ram 4500, Ram 3500 and more and 2010–2014 RAM 4500, Redundant 4500, Redundant 5500 and more recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 14V635000
- Reported
- October 8, 2014
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler
- Part
- Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel
- Vehicles affected
- About 315,325
What is wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Safety risk
If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Dodge Ram 2500 (2010, 2011, 2012); Dodge Ram 3500 (2010, 2011, 2012); Dodge Ram 4500 (2011, 2012); Dodge Ram 5500 (2011, 2012); RAM 2500 (2013, 2014); RAM 3500 (2013, 2014); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this…
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.