Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #18V277000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V277000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting 2018 ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks Includes 2,457 affected units, Loss of Braking due to Brake Hose Corrosion, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2018 ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks. the primary and secondary brake hoses located between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the ferrules, which can allow the ferrules to corrode.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses and replace them if necessary, free of charge. the recall began june 19, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u41.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V277000
Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Report Received Date: 2018-05-01T00:00:00
Subject: Loss of braking due to brake hose corrosion
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 2,457

Details

MFR Campaign Number: U41
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2018 ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks. the primary and secondary brake hoses located between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the ferrules, which can allow the ferrules to corrode.
Consequence Summary: If the ferrules corrode, the brake fluid may leak and cause a loss of braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses and replace them if necessary, free of charge. the recall began june 19, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u41.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 78.28

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