Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Chrysler recalls over 317K autos due to possible hydraulic control unit failure, (Dec 11, 2024)
Organizations Mentioned:FCA US, LLC
By Joe Cox, J.D.
Dealers will replace the brake HCU.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling approximately 317,630 2017-2018 Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. In the vehicles in question, the hydraulic control unit (HCU) may fail, which can cause the anti-lock brake (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and traction control systems to fail. A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk of a crash (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 24V896, Report receipt date: Nov. 27, 2024).
Remedy. Dealers will replace the brake HCU, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 9, 2025.
Contact information. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is C4B. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Companies: FCA US, LLC
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