Ram 1500 2014 problems
The Ram pickup (marketed as the Dodge Ram until 2010) is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America (formerly Chrysler Group LLC and FCA US LLC) and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The name Ram was first used in 1981 model year Dodge Trucks in October 1980, following the retiring and rebadging of the Dodge D series pickup trucks as well as B-series vans, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933.
Ram trucks have been named Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year eight times; the second-generation Ram won the award in 1994, the third-generation Ram heavy-duty won the award in 2003, the fourth-generation Ram Heavy Duty won in 2010 and the fourth-generation Ram 1500 won in 2013 and 2014, and the current fifth-generation Ram pickup became the first truck in history to win the award three times, winning in 2019, 2020, and 2021.
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Common Ram 1500 2014 problems
The 2014 Ram 1500 has been reported to have several common problems, primarily involving the transmission, engine, and interior electrical systems.
Transmission issues are the most frequently reported problem with the 2014 Ram 1500. Drivers have experienced a bump in the transmission when going from a stop to accelerating, as well as when applying the brakes. This issue has been attributed to a problem with the drive shaft, which has been replaced by some drivers to resolve the problem. Additionally, drivers have reported jerking when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear, loss of power on the highway, and an annoying shuddering problem. The transmission has also been reported to be incredibly noisy with a cold start.
Engine problems are another common issue with the 2014 Ram 1500. Drivers have reported a broken rocker arm, which was made noticeable by the check engine light illuminating and a rumble coming from the motor. Some drivers have had the arm replaced, but the cause of the issue was never determined. Other drivers have noticed an annoying ticking sound coming from the engine, which has been attributed to the needle bearings on the lifter being prone to failure. Some drivers have experienced random stalling, the gas pedal getting stuck on the floor, and spontaneous acceleration. Oil leaks and excessive engine noise have also been reported.
Interior electrical problems are also a common issue with the 2014 Ram 1500. Drivers have reported problems with the Uconnect system and GPS failing, with the screen going black and taking a few minutes to reboot. Some drivers have had to pay for a diagnostic test and replacement of the system, which can cost up to $1,100. Other electrical issues include cruise control failing, the radio not working, cracks in the dashboard, the driver's seat squeaking, odometer failure, a faulty fuel gauge, and a bad smell in the cab.
In summary, the 2014 Ram 1500 has been reported to have several common problems, primarily involving the transmission, engine, and interior electrical systems. These issues can be expensive to repair and may affect the reliability and safety of the vehicle. Potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider them when purchasing a used 2014 Ram 1500.
Ram 1500 2014 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ram 1500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Steering problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Ram 1500 2014 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints Ram 1500 2014
The NHTSA has received 1427 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Ram 1500 2014. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Ram 1500 2014 vehicles.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-21
- VIN: 1C6RR6LTXES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I am having an intermittent loss of power to the power steering system while driving, which makes it difficult to maneuver. After further research, the ECM is said to be the culprit.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 1C6RR7NT4ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Powersteering failure and can be inspected upon request When i drove up the road i had my heatead mirror turned on and when i turned on my highbeam i lost my powersteering and almost drove of the road when it was turning. As soon i turn off the heated mirriors the powersteering starts to work again. I can reproduce this failure multiple times and no warning lamps or messages luckely no accident occured
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 1C6RR7WMXES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Eps has failed
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-01
- VIN: 1C6RR6LG5ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I was driving down the road and the electronic powering steering went out with the service powering steering indicator turning on. The power steering will no longer function below 40 Fahrenheit and will only activate when it's warmer outside.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-19
- VIN: 1C6RR6FT3ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Power steering malfunctioned and completely stopped working while driving down the road at 40 mph. Warning light came on. Significant effort required to drive it to a safe location to park.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- VIN: 3C6RR7KT6EG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the "Power Steering" warning light had suddenly illuminated and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in both directions. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,300.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-01
- VIN: 1C6RR7VT1ES
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The center of the instrument cluster has gone blank. You cannot see any of the mileage speed tire pressure any of the information that is located on the center of the instrument cluster between the tachometer and the speedometer
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- VIN: 1C6RR7FT6ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I have had the electronic power steering rack replaced twice. Now Dodge wants to put a 4th rack in a vehicle that only has 65k. I bought it used, but by all means it is a lemon, as it is NOT FIXABLE, and has not been safe to drive for two years. It has spent over 4 months in 3 different shops this year, and is still currently sitting at Dodge.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-15
- VIN: 1C6RR7LG1ES
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Does not start reliably. When driving vehicle sputters and even stalls or complete shut offs while driving. Will loose ability to accelerate and lack power. Taken to 4 different mechanics / 2 of which Dodge Dealerships and no one can find whats wrong. Engine light on.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-15
- VIN: 1C6RR7UT2ES
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Hello, the ABS module failed in September 2023. This caused the ABS, traction control, and cruise control to be disabled. My local dealer inspected it to confirm the issue and placed an order for a replacement. It is now October 2024 (yes, 13 months later), and Stellanis is still unable to provide an estimate for part delivery. I am unable to pass my state saftey inspection and do not have the safety features that the part enables. I have communicated with stellanis for the past 8 months but they continue to say they cannot provide an ETA for the part. I don't know where else to go to resolve the issue to make my truck safe to drive.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 1C6RR6PT0ES
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I was driving down the highway when my steering wheel locked up and a warning light lit up saying “service power steering”. Very scary and dangerous situation to be in during traffic hours and I was stranded for a few hours until a tow truck could come pick me up on the side of the highway. The truck was towed to the dealership and they informed me the problem was the Power steering rack, having to spend thousands since It’s not covered under warranty. As far as who’s inspected it is unknown due to it being at the dealer. There were no signs or symptoms prior to the incident.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-29
- VIN: 1C6RR7JT6ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Electric Power Steering (EPS) Failure and it is available for inspection. I was traveling 45 MPH in a 45 MPH zone on a curvy two land county road. Truck totally lost all electric power steering assist immediately without warning, when entering a sharp 90 degree turn. I experienced loss of control of truck, but thankfully I reacted properly and hit the brakes and there was no obstacles and other traffic. I ended up all over the road before ending up on shoulder of road. The problem is constant and was diagnosed with trouble code C2217-00 Electric Power Steering Module Internal. Vehicle has not been inspected by mfg, police or insurance or representatives. No warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the immediate failure of EPS. Warning was showing once I got vehicle stopped and looked at the dash. Incident happened on Sunday Sept 29, 2024, approximately 5PM.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 1C6RR7LG1ES
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the ABS module was under engineering review. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-29
- VIN: 1C6RR6FT4ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The electronic power steering went out causing the steering wheel to stiffen. Thankfully, I was on a road without a lot of traffic. The vehicle was bought new, by me in 2014, and has never had any warning lights or symptoms for this issue, until it happened. It happened in May 2024 and has been sitting since, still with the same issue.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- VIN: 1C6RR7LM3ES
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Visible exhaust smoke is pouring out of the vents during regen (even when the climate is turned off). This only happens while not in motion and only during regen. It becomes noticeably more difficult to breathe and the cab fills with exhaust smell. I posted my issue in a Facebook group for the powertrain that I’m in and many others say they have the same issue and have brought their trucks to the dealer. They’ve either had their trucks “fixed” and the issue still persists or the dealers advised them that there is no repair available. I noticed there is an almost identical recall for the 2WD models of my truck but it does not include 4WD models.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-30
- VIN: 1C6RR6LG6ES
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The antilock brake system module ($1200) is defective and has not been available for more than a year after contacting four dealerships in Alabama and Florida. The antilock brake system warning lights are on the left side of the dash. When the center warning comes up on the dash the truck feels like the rear end is about to lock up and fall off. All the dealers I contacted stated this is a known and long-term problem. I called dodge corporate (1-866-726-4636) and said the modules are being reengineered then manufactured and may be ordered by dealerships after October 16, 2024. They could not guarantee it would be available to order if not I was told to call corporate back, and they would try to find one. I have an appointment to take my vehicle to the dealership due to excessive back logs at all dealerships, The center warning center comes up moments before the backend is affected. The lights on the left side are always on. Currently there are no recalls.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-03
- VIN: 3C6JR6AT3EG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The power steering fault warning light was blinking intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V812000 (Steering). The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-09
- VIN: 1C6RR7KT0ES
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS control module failed, is widespread problem in this generation vehicle and there is no available part for repair so my truck has no functioning ABS, this also disabled traction control creating an unsafe vehicle to drive. I was told by the dealership that I drove to since i couldn't get an answer by phone that they have not had the part for 2 yrs and expect to not have any supply anytime soon. I sent a msg to Stellantis that went unanswered and tried 3 seperate dealerships by phone but could not even get them to answer the phone.
STEERING,WHEELS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-06
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1C6RR7VM1ES
- Components: STEERING,WHEELS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: We had our vehicle serviced at the Olathe Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram service center between the dates of May 26, 2024 through June 27th, 2024 on 3 separate occasions due to following. Received truck back on June 17th with a blown air suspension after confirming that the air suspension was filled firm when brought the truck in due to an email received for a recall and when driving the vehicle, the power steering kicked in due to the battery terminal not being secured properly (confirmed by AAA technician). No vehicle lights were turned on during this. Returned truck on June 25th, 2024, received truck on June 26th, 2024 where diesel gas was spewing from my truck sitting idol in my driveway after driving it straight home from the service center. Returned on June 27th, 2024 at 7:00 AM CST after being told by the Dodge technicians that I should've drove the truck to them and that diesel has a burning point of over 1,000 degrees. They towed my truck to the shop after I refused. Received my truck at 2:30 PM EST the same day for my road trip that had been scheduled for 6 months. On July 6th, 2024, when driving my truck 4 of the 5 lug nuts broke off completely in which the tire flew off of my truck and caused a singular car accident and damage to my vehicle. We could've been seriously injured due to where we were on the road. I had additional injury to my lower back during the accident incident. We had the vehicle inspected by the California local police department as well as the licensed technician who confirmed that this was negligence by the service center who serviced my truck less than 2 weeks prior. I am in the process of filing a complaint with the General Attorney due to not receiving any response from Dodge regarding this matter.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-15
- VIN: 1C6RR7MT5ES
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I have a fault in the ABS Control Module. I have been waiting on a replacement part since September of 2023. The current part number for repair has been discontinued and it sounds like the ABS Control Module is under engineering review. When the fault is thrown it turns of traction control and does not allow the use of 4 wheel drive. I have serious safety concerns when driving my vehicle when the abs fault is thrown. If the part has been discontinued and it is under engineering review how has it not been recalled.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-06
- VIN: 1C6RR7PT4ES
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: When I start the vehicle the power steering light comes on and stays on until the vehicle warms up. Once the vehicle is warm, the light goes off. Usually this light stays on for approximately 10 minutes. I can’t begin driving until the light goes off. It has not ever come on while driving
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-25
- VIN: 1C6RR6JTXES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The electric power steering quit, lucky I was in driveway. There is a recall for 2013 - 2019 for this problem VB9/NHTSA 19E-077. Took my truck in and the dealer said no recall on my truck. I have the problem this should be fixed under the recall!
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-19
- VIN: 1C6RR6GT2ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The Rack and Pinion module has gone out. The steering on the vehicle completely stopped working while driving the vehicle on the interstate.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-10
- VIN: 1C6RR7LG5ES
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Complete loss of electric power steering.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-27
- VIN: 1C6RR7UT9ES
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My truck is a 2014 Ram 1500 Vin: [XXX] *NOTE: [This recall is for older models of Ram 1500] U04 / NHTSA 18V-160 Frame Bracket This recall should be related to Ram 1500 Gas Tank fuel tank straps on ,and corrosion to frame on 2009-2018 Dodge Ram.* The frame is rusted out that holds the bracket. Fuel tank is hanging off almost hitting the ground. VERY DANGEROUS... There is NO RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE YEAR AND MODEL. Thousands of people are online complaining of this same problem. So, much where the (BRACKETS) are sold out, and on back order. The frame now has to be welded with a support plate to attach to new brackets. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Ram 1500 2014 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 17 recalls for different components of the Ram 1500 2014.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
- Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
- Consequence: Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
- Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
- Consequence: Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
- Consequence: If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
- Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
- Consequence: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.
- Consequence: If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers were sold through Chrysler dealerships beginning October 15, 2015. The seat covers can impede the deployment of the seat thorax airbags.
- Consequence: If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S30.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab trucks manufactured August 26, 2013, to August 8, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) that may not fully overlap the C-pillars in the event of a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, if a SABIC does not inflate as intended, there is an increased risk of injury to the rear seat occupant.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will inspect the right and left side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) for proper orientation and a foil patch will be installed on both sides of the headliner. One or both of the air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) will be replaced if necessary. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R47.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: If the harness shorts, the vehicle may stall and there is an increased risk of a fire.
- Remedy: 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 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R43.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
- Consequence: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring.
- Consequence: This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R36.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.
- Consequence: Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R23.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
- Summary: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.
- Consequence: Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P37.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles manufactured January 24, 2014, through February 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission case may have been improperly machined which can result in the park pawl not properly engaging when the transmission is in the 'Park' position.
- Consequence: If the park pawl does not properly engage, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2014. Owners may contract Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P13.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013, through August 22, 2013. Randomly, the warning lights in the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate as designed.
- Consequence: Inoperative warning lights may not properly warn the driver of vehicle problems, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N59.
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