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2019 RAM 5500 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

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FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Safety Recalls

Critical #21V880000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The High Pressure Fuel Pump in your Ram 2500 or 3500 is a crucial part that helps deliver diesel fuel to your engine. In some 2019-2020 models with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines, this pump could fail without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If the HPFP fails while you're driving, your engine will suddenly stall – you'll lose power and could be at risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your authorized Ram dealer will replace the faulty pump, update your engine software, and inspect and replace other fuel system parts as needed – all at no cost to you. The 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 2019-2020 Ram 2500, 3500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP, update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and inspect and replace additional fuel system components as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety recall were mailed on January 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 17, 2022. Phase 2 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on March 2, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y78.
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Critical #19V498000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The fuel lines in your Ram truck are responsible for carrying diesel fuel to the engine. In some 2019 models with diesel engines, these lines can crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel lines crack and leak, the fuel can ignite if there's a spark nearby, which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect the fuel lines for any signs of damage or wear, and replace them if necessary – all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, and 3500, 4500, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The fuel lines may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V76.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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