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2010–2014 Dodge Charger Police, Ram 3500, Ram 4500 and more and 2007–2013 RAM 5500, 4500, 3500 and more recall: Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

NHTSA campaign 16V-739 · October 13, 2016 · Chrysler

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
16V739000
Reported
October 13, 2016
Manufacturer
Chrysler
Part
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Vehicles affected
About 74,811

What is wrong

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.

Safety risk

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.

The fix

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.

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 Charger Police (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); Dodge Ram 3500 (2010, 2011, 2012); Dodge Ram 4500 (2011, 2012); Dodge Ram 5500 (2011, 2012); RAM 2500 (2013); RAM 3500 (2007, 2008, 2009, 2013); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

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.

What is the fix?

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.

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.