The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20E031000·Announced 2020-05-13

LiquidSpring recalls suspension systems for 2019-2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks

LiquidSpring is recalling specific suspension systems for 2019-2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 vehicles because the rear brake line may wear, causing brake failure.

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 where brake line wear can cause a complete loss of rear brakes, meeting the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

LiquidSpring LLC is recalling certain Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.) sold for use with 2019-2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 vehicles. The affected part numbers are DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, and DS135RS3-DM. A total of 397 units are affected by this recall.

In the affected suspension systems, the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component. This contact can cause excessive wear on the brake line, potentially leading to brake fluid leakage and a partial or complete loss of rear brakes. This condition fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."

LiquidSpring has notified purchasers, and vehicle manufacturers will file recalls to have dealers inspect the rear brake caliper flexible lines for wear. Dealers will install a kit to modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting and, if necessary, a kit to replace worn brake lines, free of charge. The recall began on May 13, 2020. Owners may contact LiquidSpring customer service at 1-765-474-7816, extension 1, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
RAM 4500, 5500
Brand
RAM
Manufacturer
LiquidSpring LLC
Category
Vehicle — Suspension System
Hazard
Affected units
397

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 (2)

  • 4500
  • 5500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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