The radio system in your vehicle has a weakness that could let an unauthorized person control some of your car's systems.
Risk if Unfixed
If someone exploits this weakness, they could remotely take control of your vehicle's systems and make it harder to drive, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will send you a USB drive with a software update that fixes the vulnerability, free of charge. You can also download the update from their website or take your vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.
Your vehicle's fire extinguisher is a safety device that helps put out small fires. The one in your Dodge, Chrysler, or RAM could be a Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' model, which might not work properly in an emergency.
Risk if Unfixed
If your fire extinguisher fails when you need it, you could get hurt in a fire. The nozzle might even break off and hit you, making the situation even more dangerous.
Free Fix
Your dealer will help you get a new, working fire extinguisher for free. You should contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 to confirm repair availability and schedule the replacement.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. recall for the 2015 RAM 4500? (Campaign #15V461000)
The radio system in your vehicle has a weakness that could let an unauthorized person control some of your car's systems. If someone exploits this weakness, they could remotely take control of your vehicle's systems and make it harder to drive, which could increase the risk of a crash. Chrysler will send you a USB drive with a software update that fixes the vulnerability, free of charge. You can also download the update from their website or take your vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation.
What is the EQUIPMENT recall for the 2015 RAM 4500? (Campaign #17V824000)
Your vehicle's fire extinguisher is a safety device that helps put out small fires. The one in your Dodge, Chrysler, or RAM could be a Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' model, which might not work properly in an emergency. If your fire extinguisher fails when you need it, you could get hurt in a fire. The nozzle might even break off and hit you, making the situation even more dangerous. Your dealer will help you get a new, working fire extinguisher for free. You should contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 to confirm repair availability and schedule the replacement.