NHTSA Recall 15V290000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V290000; Date: May. 18, 2015
If the vehicle exceeds the tires' maximum speed rating, the tires may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 RAM 4500; 2015 RAM 4500; 2014 RAM 5500; 2015 RAM 5500
Component: Tire
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 1,771
Recall Summary:
Chryser (fca us LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks manufactured August 20, 2013, to January 27, 2015 and equipped with 6. 4l hemi engines. The affected vehicles have a maximum governed speed of 106 mph but are fitted with tires that are only rated for a maximum speed of 87 mph.
How to Fix:
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will correct the electronic control unit software to limit the vehicle's speed to 87 mph, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r17.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 10, 2015
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