Recall 15V-517
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2014 to 2015 Ram 1500: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables); Engine and engine cooling (engine, diesel).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V-517
- Reported
- August 14, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 1,655 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 diesel 4x2 trucks manufactured August 8, 2013, to July 2, 2015. The affected vehicles have a battery harness that may rub against the frame bracket for the right engine mount resulting in an electrical short.
The risk
If the harness shorts, the vehicle may stall and there is an increased risk of a fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to confirm that the battery harness is correctly routed and secured. Any harness that shows evidence of wear will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is R43.
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]
Affected vehicles
- Ram 1500 2014 to 2015