The crankshaft position sensor in your Ram 1500 or Jeep Grand Cherokee is a small part that helps your engine run smoothly. In some 2014-2020 models with 3.0L Diesel engines, this sensor's tone wheel can break down, causing trouble with the engine's timing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tone wheel breaks down, your engine could stall while you're driving, which increases the risk of a crash. Imagine being on the road and suddenly losing power – it's a serious situation.
Free Fix
Your authorized Ram or Jeep dealer will update the software that controls your vehicle's engine, ensuring it keeps running smoothly. This update is completely free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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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.
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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 high-pressure fuel pump in your vehicle is a critical component that helps deliver diesel fuel to your engine. In certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 models with 3.0L diesel engines, this pump can fail and introduce debris into the fuel system.
Risk if Unfixed
If the high-pressure fuel pump fails, your engine could suddenly lose power while driving, making it hard to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty high-pressure fuel pump, inspect, and replace other fuel system components if needed, all for free. You should schedule the repairs as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
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Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
The crankshaft position sensor in your Ram 1500 or Jeep Grand Cherokee with a 3.0L diesel engine is a small component that helps the engine run smoothly. In some 2014-2018 models, this sensor's tone wheel can crack, causing the engine to lose timing and misfire.
Risk if Unfixed
If your engine stalls while driving, you could lose control of your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealership will update the engine's computer software to keep your vehicle running safely, even if the crankshaft position sensor fails. This repair is 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 helps control exhaust gases to reduce pollution. However, the cooler that regulates the valve's temperature can crack, allowing hot coolant to mix with exhaust gases.
Risk if Unfixed
If this mixture combusts in your intake manifold, it could cause a fire, which could be extremely dangerous and potentially cause serious injury or damage.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold for damage. If damaged, they'll replace it too. This repair is free of charge, so schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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.
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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.
Your vehicle's rear driveshaft might have a weak weld that could crack or break, which is a safety concern.
Risk if Unfixed
If the driveshaft breaks, it could fly off the vehicle and become a hazard on the road, or it might cause your vehicle to lose power, both of which could increase your risk of being in a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this fix is on us - your local dealership will replace your rear driveshaft for free, and they'll let you know when it's time to schedule the appointment.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The FCA US recall number is V48.
Your 2018-2019 RAM 1500 truck may have a faulty rear axle assembly that wasn't filled with enough oil, which could lead to its failure.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear axle fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will contact you to have your rear axle inspected, and if it's underfilled, it will be replaced free of charge at a dealership.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the rear axle assembly fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels may lock up. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U88.
Your vehicle's transmission is the part that helps your car shift gears smoothly. In certain 2018 models, a critical part called the park lock rod might be installed incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the park lock rod is faulty, your transmission might not engage 'PARK' properly, which means the car could roll away unexpectedly. This could cause an accident, especially if you're on a slope or not paying attention.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the incorrect park lock rod with the correct one at no cost to you. This repair is free, so schedule an appointment as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
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If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
The Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) is a safety system that keeps you from accidentally shifting your transmission out of park. In some 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis models, pushing the brake pedal for a long time can cause this system to malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the BTSI pin gets stuck, you could shift your transmission out of park without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition. This could cause your vehicle to roll away unexpectedly, putting you at risk of injury or a collision.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the software in your vehicle's computer, and test the BTSI system to make sure it's working correctly. If needed, they'll replace a faulty solenoid – all of this is free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.
Your vehicle's side curtain air bag inflators might be faulty due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could hit you, causing injury.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace one or both of your side curtain air bags at no cost to you. They will contact you with a letter and you can also call FCA customer service if you have any questions.
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 83C, 91C, and 92C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
The side curtain airbags in your vehicle are designed to protect you and your passengers from injury in the event of a side collision. However, in some 2016-2020 Ram 3500 and 1500 models, the airbag inflators could be faulty.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could fly into the cabin and hit you or your passengers, causing serious injury.
Free Fix
Your authorized Ram dealer will replace the defective side curtain airbags with new, safer ones, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.
The side air bag curtain in your vehicle is designed to protect you and your passengers from injury in a side impact. However, in certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and 2016 Ram 2500 vehicles, the part that inflates the curtain may fail, causing it to detach or rupture.
Risk if Unfixed
If the side air bag inflator fails, a sharp piece could be propelled into the vehicle, causing injury or compromising your safety in a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and replace the side air bag curtain, if necessary, at no cost to you. This is a free repair, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
The powertrain control module in your vehicle is like the brain of the engine, helping it run smoothly. In some 2017-2019 models, a tiny chip in this module could fail and cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this chip fails, your engine might stall while you're driving, making it hard to control the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty powertrain control module with a new one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
The wiring in your vehicle is like the roads that electricity takes to get to the different parts of your car. In some 2014-2019 models, this wiring could get short-circuited and cause problems with the cruise control.
Risk if Unfixed
If your cruise control gets stuck on and you can't turn it off, your vehicle might keep going at the same speed or even accelerate. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially if you're unable to control your speed.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will update the computer system in your vehicle with new software, free of charge. This will ensure your cruise control works correctly. You should schedule the update as soon as possible, and until then, don't use cruise control. If you do get stuck, firmly press the brakes and shift to neutral to keep your vehicle safe.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
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If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
The tailgate latch on your Ram pickup truck is the part that keeps your tailgate closed while driving. In certain models, this latch can break and cause the tailgate to open unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tailgate opens while you're driving, your cargo could fall out and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will repair the tailgate latch for free, so schedule an appointment as soon as you get the recall notice. This repair is at no cost to you.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
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If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
Your vehicle's backup camera may stop working while you're backing up, which means you won't be able to see what's behind you.
Risk if Unfixed
This increases the risk of a crash, which could cause serious harm to you or others.
Free Fix
Chrysler will replace the rearview mirror for free, so you don't have to pay anything to get it fixed.
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.
