NHTSA Campaign 20V043000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Jan 24, 2020 · 87,431 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickup vehicles equipped with six-speed automatic (68RFE) transmissions. A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.

Consequence

The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
RAM 2500 2019 87,431
RAM 2500 2020 87,431
RAM 3500 2019 87,431
RAM 3500 2020 87,431

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V043000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.