2017 Ram 2500 | 2018 Ram 2500 | 2018 Ram 5500 | 2017 Ram 1500 | 2018 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 4500 | 2018 Ram 1500 | 2017 Ram 5500 | 2018 Ram 4500 — Power train: automatic transmission
Published February 12, 2018 · Recall initiated: February 8, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V100000, published February 12, 2018 and initiated February 8, 2018. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2017 Ram 2500 | 2018 Ram 2500 | 2018 Ram 5500 | 2017 Ram 1500 | 2018 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 4500 | 2018 Ram 1500 | 2017 Ram 5500 | 2018 Ram 4500 — Power train: automatic transmission.
What's the hazard
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
What to do
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.
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Recall details
- Brand
- RAM
- Model
- 2500
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2017 RAM 2500 | 2018 RAM 2500 | 2018 RAM 5500 | 2017 RAM 1500 | 2018 RAM 3500 | 2017 RAM 3500 | 2017 RAM 4500 | 2018 RAM 1500 | 2017 RAM 5500 | 2018 RAM 4500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Ram 2500 | 2018 Ram 2500 | 2018 Ram 5500 | 2017 Ram 1500 | 2018 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 4500 | 2018 Ram 1500 | 2017 Ram 5500 | 2018 Ram 4500 — Power train: automatic transmission recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V100000 on February 12, 2018. Reported hazard: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
What should I do if I have this product?
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: RAM. Model: 2500.