The crankshaft position sensor is a crucial part that helps your Ram 1500 or Jeep Grand Cherokee's 3.0L Diesel engine run smoothly. In some cases, this sensor's tone wheel can wear out and break apart, disrupting the engine's timing and fuel delivery.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your engine could stall while you're driving, which could cause a loss of power and increase the risk of a crash. This can be especially hazardous if you're on the highway or in heavy traffic.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the engine's computer software to ensure your vehicle keeps running smoothly, and this repair is completely free of charge. You should schedule the update as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.
The crankshaft position sensor in your Ram 1500 or Jeep Grand Cherokee has a small wheel that helps the engine run smoothly. In some 2014-2018 models with 3.0L diesel engines, this wheel can break apart, causing the engine to lose its timing and potentially stall.
Risk if Unfixed
If the engine stalls on the road, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the engine's computer software to keep your vehicle moving safely, even if the crankshaft position sensor fails. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The EGR valve in your Ram 1500 is a crucial part that recycles exhaust gases to reduce pollution. In some 2014-2019 models with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines, the EGR cooler can crack, allowing hot coolant to mix with the exhaust gases.
Risk if Unfixed
If the coolant mixture combusts inside the intake manifold, it could cause a fire while you're driving.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold to ensure it's safe. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.