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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 21V384000

2019 Lifeline Ram 5500 | 2020 Lifeline Ram 5500 — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Published May 25, 2021 · Recall initiated: May 25, 2021

Summary

NHTSA records recall 21V384000, published May 25, 2021. Recalling firm: Life Line Emergency Vehicles; 2019 Lifeline Ram 5500 | 2020 Lifeline Ram 5500 — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Dodge 5500 vehicles. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been improperly routed, which could allow it to chafe against suspension components, and result in a brake fluid leak.

What to do

Dealers will modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and replace the rear brake caliper flexible line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification was mailed on May 13, 2020. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317 ext. 132.

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Recall details

Brand
LIFELINE
Model
RAM 5500
Manufacturer
Life Line Emergency Vehicles
Lot
2019 LIFELINE RAM 5500 | 2020 LIFELINE RAM 5500
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2019 Lifeline Ram 5500 | 2020 Lifeline Ram 5500 — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V384000 on May 25, 2021. Reported hazard: Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Dodge 5500 vehicles. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been improperly routed, which could allow it to chafe against suspension components, and result in a brake fluid leak.

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and replace the rear brake caliper flexible line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification was mailed on May 13, 2020. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317 ext. 132.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LIFELINE. Model: RAM 5500.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)