NHTSA Recall # | 139731 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V398000 |
MFG Compaign # | U56 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | RAM |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 3500 |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA |
Date of notification | 02/08/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/05/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 11/05/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 14/06/18 |
Report created | 18/06/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | 111 |
Estimated number of affected units | 1837 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2018 dodge journey and ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 111, "rearview mirrors." |
Consequence summary | A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began august 2, 2018. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is u56. |
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). |