RAM Pickups Recalled
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2020 RAM Pickups Recalled: Front Brakes May Drag
The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
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The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V635000
Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected 5,495
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500, 3500 and 3500 Cab Chassis trucks. The brake calipers may have been manufactured with an incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell.
Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses and bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US' number for this recall is V98.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
