NHTSA recall 18V-100 (18V100000)
power train recall reported February 8, 2018 - about 180,462 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V100000
- Also written as
- 18V-100
- Manufacturer number
- U11
- Reported
- February 8, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~180,462
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Why it is dangerous
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-100 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.