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Ram 1500

EPA MPG: 17 mpg

RECALL ALERT:
There are 15 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2018 1500 is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.

The 2018 Ram 1500 has been recalled 15 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Ram 1500 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Backup or other camera/sensors

""Radio, display, back up camera all failed. Took the dealer 12 months to fix, cost $2000""

Anonymous, BC (2018 Ram 1500 Unsure 3.6-L V6)
Display screen freezes up

""Radio, display, back up camera all failed. Took the dealer 12 months to fix, cost $2000""

Anonymous, BC (2018 Ram 1500 Unsure 3.6-L V6)
Display screen goes blank

"It started with the radio jumping stations every few minutes. Our daughter had the same year and model truck and her screen went blank. Dealer told us it would be $2300 to resolve our problem. We knew it would get worse. We elected to check out Utube and with after market u connect and videos repaired it ourselves for $150. Very disappointed in Ram not standing not repairing because "it was not a safety problem""

Anonymous A., MI (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)
Hardware replacement

"Electric dash control system failure problem electronics failure dur to excessive heat in side cabin not covered by warrant $500+ repair"

Anonymous, CA (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)
Heads-up display

"The screen delaminated, causing the touchscreen to go haywire and turn systems on and off throughout the vehicle on its own. I had to have the entire thing replaced for a cost of nearly $800."

Anonymous, NY (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)
Other in-car electronics problem

""Screen jumps from one feature to another. Supposedly because oil layer leaked out between the screen and the panel.Has not been resolved, want 1200.00 for a new radio.""

Anonymous A., MO (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7-L V8)
Radio

"Experienced rarely. Radio would not come on. The vehicle had been to the dealer for this issue in the past. It was determined to be a software or firmware issue, but updates to them never resolved the issue. The only way to correct the problem is to change the radio to AM and then it mysteriously comes on."

Anonymous, TX (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7-L V8)

"Entire radio needed to be replaced."

Anonymous, CA (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 3.0-L V6 diesel)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Exhaust manifold

""From what I was told it is a common problem that the exhaust manifold bolts break off due to the heads being aluminum, the manifold cast iron and the block steel. The bolts break or the manifold will crack. Mine the bolts only broke- I was told that if the manifold needed to have been replaced it would have been a year backlog. This is a common problem if you check the NTHSA SITE""

Anonymous A., NY (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7-L V8)

"Manifold warped and broke a bolt. This is the second time this has happened on the passenger side manifold."

Anonymous, IL (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

"Bolts connecting exhaust manifold to engine block broke. This is a fairly common problem with the 5.7 l hemi engine."

Anonymous, KS (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

"Exhaust manifold crack"

Anonymous, TN (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)
Loose/rattling heat shield

""The heat shield is attached to the exhaust manifold which has problems with cracking off manifold bolts... It was a very annoying process removing the broken bolt that involved taking the head off the engine and cost roughly $1500 in parts - I did the work myself, which took about three weeks worth of evenings to get the darn thing repaired... I was not impressed... I love the truck - but that flaw really should have been addressed in the design phase.""

Anonymous A., SD (2018 Ram 1500 Tradesman 5.7-L V8)
Other/unsure

"Struts"

Anonymous, OH (2018 Ram 1500 SLT Unsure)

"Replaced cracked radiator at 111,000 miles."

Anonymous, 99 (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 3.6-L V6)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Air or water leaks

""Leak(s) originate around rear windows/sliding center piece, bed light and bulbs abovr sliding window""

Anonymous A., OR (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7-L V8)

""Water leaks in and around back glass area. Corrective work done; high brake light replaced, SAT antenna seal replaced, drivers side roof seam resealed, back glass replaced, equalizing vents replaced.""

Anonymous, MS (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

"after replacing the third brake light, water intrusion happened that they blamed on cabin airflow outlets that were not covered by warranty and cost $2K and 3 weeks to fix."

Anonymous, LA (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7-L V8)

""Water leaks in rear of cab. not sure where, still searching for source.""

Anonymous, MO (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 3.6-L V6)
Squeaks or rattles

"Theres a ticking sound under the hood when the vehicle is started. It goes away after the engine warms up."

Anonymous, NY (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

"Dashboard rattle from plastic arount the touchscreen or vent"

Anonymous, IL (2018 Ram 1500 Express 3.6-L V6)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

Cruise control

"IT DOESN'T WORK"

Anonymous, ID (2018 Ram 1500 Unsure 3.6-L V6)
Exterior lights (other than headlights)

"A portion of the LED lights in front turn left turn signal are out. Only way to fix is to replace entire headlight assembly."

Anonymous, ON (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 3.0-L V6 diesel)
Other electrical system problem

"WHATEVER IT WAS HAS FIXED ITSELF AND NO LONGER IS A PROBLEM"

Anonymous, ID (2018 Ram 1500 Unsure 3.6-L V6)

"Touch screen wouldn't respond to the touch correctly. Screen would blink and maybe go blank."

Anonymous, KS (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Loose interior trim or moldings

"Driver's interior door handle and window switch are loose. I believe it requires removing the door panel and refastening the handle from the back. The win dow switch is loose in its slot and pops oout when the door is closed."

Anonymous A., WA (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)
Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"Body paint (white) easily chips and does not seem well attached noteasy to clean. Chalky."

Anonymous A., WA (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

"Paint is wearing off on hood edge. Also running boards are pitting"

Anonymous A., DE (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"very expensive to replace."

Anonymous, NY (2018 Ram 1500 Tradesman 3.6-L V6)
Refrigerant leaks

"Would get cool but not cold. Checked pressure and found leak. Had it evacuated, repaired and recharged"

Anonymous A., TX (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7-L V8)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

What Owners Say

Other major engine problem

""Engine developed the "HEMI TICK", took it to original dealer and was told that's how it was supposed to sound. Did not accept the diagnoses so took it to dealer in next city. The service advisor called over his mechanic to listen to engine. He stated right away it was the dreaded lifter failure these engines have happen often. They repaired the engine and luckily I had extended RAM warranty to cover it all except $100.00 deductible. No problems with engine since.""

Anonymous, MS (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)
Timing belt or chain

""The truck was off; the chains were slacking. Had them all chains changed at a cost of $2,500.""

Anonymous, (2018 Ram 1500 Unsure 3.6-L V6)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Emission control devices (includes EGR)

"24 months ago an exhaust leak melted a wiring harness near the DEF injection system. Dodge replaced everything under warranty but the truck has had electronic issues related to the EGR ever since. Engine light consistently on."

Anonymous, ON (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 3.0-L V6 diesel)
Sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor)

"The pollution control for diesel exhaust plugged and would not clear under highway speed driving. A chip also failed on the same system on another occasion."

Anonymous, SD (2018 Ram 1500 Laramie 3.0-L V6 diesel)

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

What Owners Say

Oil leaks

"Oil pan rusted out."

Anonymous A., MI (2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

"Was an oil leak from some plastic part under the hood"

Anonymous, IL (2018 Ram 1500 Express 3.6-L V6)

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

What Owners Say

Radiator

"Radiator sprung a leak. Had to change radiator."

Anonymous, (2018 Ram 1500 Unsure 3.6-L V6)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

CV joint

"also very expensive over 400.00 for the part plus labor."

Anonymous, NY (2018 Ram 1500 Tradesman 3.6-L V6)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
AIR BAGS
Sep 11, 2025
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 83C, 91C, and 92C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 25V592000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1761
AIR BAGS
Jan 16, 2025
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.
For more information:
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 nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 25V010000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 6066
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 08, 2023
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
What should you do:
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.
For more information:
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.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V411000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 80629
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Jun 09, 2022
Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
For more information:
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.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 22V406000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 138645
AIR BAGS
Aug 12, 2021
A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
What should you do:
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
For more information:
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.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 21V632000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 212373
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 13, 2020
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
What should you do:
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V475000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 58016
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 24, 2019
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
What should you do:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V757000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 107980
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
May 09, 2019
If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
What should you do:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V347000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1103209
POWER TRAIN
Apr 25, 2019
A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing.
What should you do:
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The FCA US recall number is V48.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V324000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 10160
POWER TRAIN
Aug 23, 2018
If the rear axle assembly fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels may lock up. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure.
What should you do:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U88.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V556000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4171
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 09, 2018
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
What should you do:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V524000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12779
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jun 14, 2018
A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
What should you do:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V398000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1837
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 17, 2018
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
What should you do:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V332000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4815661
POWER TRAIN
May 01, 2018
If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
What should you do:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V280000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 71
POWER TRAIN
Feb 08, 2018
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Summary:
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 you 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.
For more information:
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.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V100000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 180462
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