NHTSA Recall # | 150450 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19E059000 |
MFG Compaign # | V93 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | RAM |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2019 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
Date of notification | 26/09/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 19/09/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 19/09/24 |
Type of recall | E |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 27/08/19 |
Report created | 28/08/19 |
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FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 648 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain mopar rear step kits, part number 82215289ab, designed for model year 2019 ram 1500 trucks. In the event of a rear impact crash, the rear step kit may cause the rear control arms to contact the fuel tank. |
Consequence summary | Contact with the fuel tank may cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed step, free of charge. The recall began september 26, 2019. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is v93. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |