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Ram recall: Steering

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to September 13, 2015. Contamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short and result in the loss of power steering assist.

What could happen

If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS unit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S19.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
16V167000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Chrysler (Fca Us LLC)
Reported to NHTSA
Mar 23, 2016
Owners notified
May 16, 2016
Vehicles or items affected
440
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Jan 22, 2015 to Sep 13, 2015
Part
Steering › Electric power assist system
Maker's own recall number
S19

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.

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