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HighNHTSA·16V167000·Announced 2016-03-23

Chrysler Recalls 2015-2016 Ram 1500 Trucks for Steering Assist Loss

Chrysler is recalling 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks because contamination on the electric power steering circuit board may cause a short, resulting in the loss of power steering assist.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a steering system defect that increases the risk of a vehicle crash, but the source text does not report any injuries or fatalities, fitting the 'High' criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured between January 22, 2015, and September 13, 2015. The recall addresses a defect where contamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short circuit. This issue can result in the loss of power steering assist.

If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds. This condition increases the risk of a vehicle crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS unit free of charge. The recall was expected to begin on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
RAM 1500
Brand
RAM
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
440

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Model numbers (1)

  • 1500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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