NHTSA Campaign 16E039000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Apr 28, 2016 · 2,291 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain RAM ProMaster Trailer Light Modules, part number 68229650AB. These accessory modules were sold for installation on RAM ProMaster and ProMaster City vehicles. The Trailer Tow Lighting Control Module may have a software error on the affected vehicles and can prevent illumination of the trailer brake lights during brake actuation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

Consequence

Trailer brake lights that are inoperative can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will mail letters to owners to try to notify the purchasers of the modules, and dealers will replace the Trailer Tow Light Control Modules, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S29.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
RAM PROMASTER 2014 2,291
RAM PROMASTER 2015 2,291
RAM PROMASTER 2016 2,291
RAM PROMASTER CITY 2015 2,291
RAM PROMASTER CITY 2016 2,291
RAM PROMASTER TRLR LIGHT MOD 2,291

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16E039000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.