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Recall 21V-918

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalled the 2021 Ram 1500: Steering (steering control module); Back over prevention (display function).

At a glance

Campaign number
21V-918
Reported
November 23, 2021
Vehicles affected
38,157 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

The risk

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the TRSCM software. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-[removed]. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y80. This recall was superseded by 23V-059.

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