NHTSA Recall # | 148818 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V043000 |
MFG Compaign # | W03 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | RAM |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 3500 |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
Date of notification | 02/03/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 10/10/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 10/10/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 24/01/20 |
Report created | 24/01/20 |
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FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 87431 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 ram 2500 and 3500 pickup vehicles equipped with six-speed automatic (68rfe) transmissions. A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube. |
Consequence summary | The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began march 2, 2020. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is w03. |
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). |