Recall 13V-122
Chrysler Group LLC recalled the 2013 Ram 2500 and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-122
- Reported
- April 3, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 6,143 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 6, 2013. The engine cover may trap an excessive amount of heat under the cover.
The risk
The excessive heat under the engine cover may result in an under hood fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing engine cover with one that is a different design, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed on May 31, 2013. A second letter was mailed to owners with instructions on how to obtain the free remedy on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N19.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]