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Recall 14V-635: 2010–2012 Dodge RAM 2500, 2010–2012 Dodge RAM 3500 and 8 more

Chrysler Group LLC recall for fuel system, diesel, reported to NHTSA on Oct 8, 2014, covering about 315,325 vehicles.

NHTSA number
14V-635
Report date
Oct 8, 2014
Vehicles affected
315,325
Owners notified
Apr 27, 2015

The problem

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.

The risk

If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerChrysler Group LLC
ComponentFuel System, Diesel
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number14V635000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge RAM 25002010, 2011, 2012All years
Dodge RAM 35002010, 2011, 2012All years
Dodge RAM 45002011, 2012All years
Dodge RAM 55002011, 2012All years
Ram 25002013, 2014All years
Ram 35002013, 2014All years
Ram 45002013, 2014All years
Ram 55002013, 2014All years
Ram Redundant 45002010All years
Ram Redundant 55002010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V-635?

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.

How is recall 14V-635 fixed?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.