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2013 RAM 5500 EQUIPMENT Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Moderate

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EQUIPMENT Safety Recalls

Moderate #15V461000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your vehicle has a radio system that can be connected to the internet, which is convenient for things like streaming music, but it also creates a risk. Hackers could potentially access your vehicle's systems through the radio, which could let them control certain functions.
Risk if Unfixed
If hackers gain access to your vehicle's systems, they could take control of critical functions, like your brakes, accelerator, or lights, which could make it harder to stay safe on the road and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will send you a USB drive with a software update that fixes this vulnerability, and it's free. You can also download the update from their website or take your vehicle to a Chrysler dealer to get it installed right away.
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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.
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Under Review #17V824000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your vehicle may be equipped with a fire extinguisher that has a faulty nozzle or could get clogged, making it harder to use or even break off and cause injury.
Risk if Unfixed
If your fire extinguisher doesn't work right, you could get hurt in a fire, and it could also render the extinguisher useless.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will contact you to arrange for a free replacement fire extinguisher from Kidde. You'll need to contact Kidde directly for the replacement, but it won't cost you a dime.
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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.
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Other RAM 5500 2013 Recalls

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
WHEELS
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other RAM 5500 Years

2026
4 recalls
2025
4 recalls
2024
2 recalls
2023
3 recalls
2022
4 recalls
2021
5 recalls
2020
10 recalls
2019
10 recalls
2018
8 recalls
2017
7 recalls
2016
7 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
10 recalls
2012
9 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2010
7 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
1 recall

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