2015 Ram 1500 | 2014 Ram 1500 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Published August 14, 2015 · Recall initiated: August 14, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V517000, published August 14, 2015. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2015 Ram 1500 | 2014 Ram 1500 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables.
What's the hazard
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 diesel 4x2 trucks manufactured August 8, 2013, to July 2, 2015. The affected vehicles have a battery harness that may rub against the frame bracket for the right engine mount resulting in an electrical short.
What to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to confirm that the battery harness is correctly routed and secured. Any harness that shows evidence of wear will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R43.
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Recall details
- Brand
- RAM
- Model
- 1500
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2015 RAM 1500 | 2014 RAM 1500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Ram 1500 | 2014 Ram 1500 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V517000 on August 14, 2015. Reported hazard: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 1500 diesel 4x2 trucks manufactured August 8, 2013, to July 2, 2015. The affected vehicles have a battery harness that may rub against the frame bracket for the right engine mount resulting in an electrical short.
What should I do if I have this product?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to confirm that the battery harness is correctly routed and secured. Any harness that shows evidence of wear will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R43.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: RAM. Model: 1500.