NHTSA Campaign 19E077000
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Nov 14, 2019 · 15 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Steering Rack and Pinion Electric Gear Assemblies for Ram 1500 trucks (part number 68419897AB) sold as service replacement parts. The electric power steering (EPS) gears may contain a contaminated circuit card assembly that can short circuit.
Consequence
A short circuit can cause an intermittent loss of power steering assist, requiring an inconsistent steering effort to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VB9.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOPAR | ELEC POWER STEERING GEAR | 15 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 19E077000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.