Recall 17V-562: 2013–2017 Ram 2500, 2013–2017 Ram 3500 and 2 more

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 12, 2017, covering about 443,874 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-562
Report date
Sep 12, 2017
Vehicles affected
443,874
Owners notified
Feb 26, 2018

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.

The risk

The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.

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 (FCA US LLC)
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V562000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ram 25002013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
Ram 35002013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
Ram 45002013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
Ram 55002013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All 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 17V-562?

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.

How is recall 17V-562 fixed?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.

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.