Recall 14V635000: 2010–2012 Dodge RAM 2500, 2010–2012 Dodge RAM 3500, 2011–2012 Dodge RAM 4500 +7 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 8, 2014
Vehicles affected
315,325
Models
10
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.

The risk

If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
14V635000
Manufacturer campaign
P65
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Owner letters
Apr 27, 2015
Components
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel (Engine); Fuel system, diesel (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology