NHTSA Campaign 19V142000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Feb 28, 2019 · 33 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 48v auxiliary battery system located behind the rear seat (sales code: XBZ). Due to an incorrect assembly repair process, the auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat.
Consequence
If the auxiliary battery system overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire within the cabin even if the ignition is off.
Remedy
FCA US has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the auxiliary battery fasteners, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler number for this recall is V17.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAM | 1500 | 2019 | 33 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 19V142000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.