SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The ABS module in your Ram ProMaster City is a computer that helps your brakes work smoothly and safely. In some 2020-2021 models, this module might be damaged, affecting your stopping power.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose some or all of your braking power, including automatic emergency braking. This could lead to a sudden loss of control and increase the risk of a crash without warning.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty ABS module with a new one, at no cost to you. This 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 2020-2021 Ram ProMaster City vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may have internal damage, which could result in a loss of braking performance or autonomous braking functions.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The loss of braking performance or autonomous braking functions can increase the risk of a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Original — Remedy
FCA US, LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, free of charge. The recall began on March 30, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Your 2021 Ram ProMaster City or ProMaster vehicle has a potential issue with the seat belt automatic locking retractors, which might not work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, a child restraint system in the vehicle may not secure properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors at no cost to you, and you'll be notified with a letter. If you have any questions, you can call FCA US LLC at 1-800-853-1403, and the recall number is Y61.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram ProMaster City and Ram ProMaster vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853- 1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y61.
The turn signal lights in your Ram ProMaster City help other drivers know when you're planning to turn. Unfortunately, some 2019-2021 models have a problem where the lights might not flash at the correct rate, which can be a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the turn signal light doesn't change its flash rate, you might not realize it's not working properly. This could lead to confusion with other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the computer system that controls your lights with new software, free of charge. This should happen as soon as you receive the recall notice, which was mailed on October 28, 2021.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster City vehicles. If one or both turn signal lights fail, the flashing rate may not change to warn the driver of the failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The driver may be unaware that the turn signals are not signaling their intentions to other drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the Body Controller Module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y71.
