NHTSA recall 13V-287 (13V287000)

electronic stability control (esc) recall reported July 2, 2013 - about 45,896 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 13V287000
Also written as: 13V-287
Manufacturer number: N37
Reported: July 2, 2013
Vehicles affected: ~45,896
Component: electronic stability control (esc)

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-287 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ram 1500 - 2013

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