NHTSA recall 19V812000
Steering › Electric power assist system
RAM 1500
Reported Nov 14, 2019193 vehicles affectedChrysler (FCA US LLC)Maker’s number VB8Built Aug 26, 2019 – Sep 28, 2019
The defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 trucks. These vehicles may have been built with a contaminated electric power steering (EPS) gear that may short circuit, potentially resulting in an intermittent loss of power steering assist.
The risk
An intermittent loss of power steering assist may cause an inconsistent steering effort, especially during lower speed maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VB8.