The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V067000·Announced 2019-02-05

RAM Recalls 2019 Ram 1500 Trucks Due to Brake Pedal Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2019 Ram 1500 trucks with adjustable pedals because the brake pedal may separate from the assembly, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that could result in a loss of braking capability, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. The recall involves approximately 193,813 vehicles.

The affected vehicles have a brake pedal that may move too far and separate from the pedal assembly. If the brake pedal separates, the driver may be unable to brake the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the adjustable pedal assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2019. 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 — Pickup Truck
Hazard
Affected units
193,813

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • 1500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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