2013 Ram 1500 — Engine and engine cooling
Published May 7, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 7, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V177000, published May 7, 2013. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2013 Ram 1500 — Engine and engine cooling.
What's the hazard
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured manufactured June 25, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant to flow into the heater core. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Vehicle Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
What to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with an updated calibration, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N25.
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Recall details
- Brand
- RAM
- Model
- 1500
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2013 RAM 1500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Ram 1500 — Engine and engine cooling recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V177000 on May 7, 2013. Reported hazard: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured manufactured June 25, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant to flow into the heater core. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Vehicle Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
What should I do if I have this product?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with an updated calibration, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N25.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: RAM. Model: 1500.