NHTSA Campaign 19E059000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Aug 27, 2019 · 648 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Rear Step Kits, part number 82215289AB, designed for model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks. In the event of a rear impact crash, the rear step kit may cause the rear control arms to contact the fuel tank.

Consequence

Contact with the fuel tank may cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed step, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V93.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
MOPAR REAR STEP KITS 648
RAM 1500 2019 648

Source: NHTSA Campaign 19E059000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.