NHTSA recall 18V-149 (18V149000)
steering recall reported March 6, 2018 - about 225 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V149000
- Also written as
- 18V-149
- Manufacturer number
- U23
- Reported
- March 6, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~225
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 RAM ProMaster City vehicles. The gears within the hydraulic rack and pinion steering system may have a casting defect that can cause a crack and a loss of hydraulic steering fluid.
Why it is dangerous
A hydraulic steering fluid leak may require additional sudden steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear housing, replacing any affected rack-and-pinion assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U23.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-149 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.