NHTSA Recall 16V167000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V167000; Date: Mar. 23, 2016
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 RAM 1500; 2016 RAM 1500
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 440
Recall Summary:
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.
How to 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.
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: May 16, 2016
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