Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
A faulty part in your vehicle's automatic transmission may cause a fluid leak, which could lead to a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission fluid leaks, it could ignite and cause a fire in the engine compartment, which could result in serious injury or property damage.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to the dealership, where they will replace a critical transmission component and update the transmission's computer system at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickup vehicles equipped with six-speed automatic (68RFE) transmissions. A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.
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