NHTSA recall 13V287000
Electronic stability control (esc)
RAM 1500
Reported Jul 2, 201345,896 vehicles affectedChrysler Group LLCMaker’s number N37Built Jun 26, 2012 – Feb 5, 2013
The defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 4x4 trucks manufactured June 26, 2012, through February 5, 2013. Due to a software issue with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) module, the ESC system may be disabled when the vehicle is started.
The risk
A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESC module software, free of charge. The recall began on September 11, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N37.