NHTSA recall 18V-277 (18V277000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported May 1, 2018 - about 2,457 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V277000
- Also written as
- 18V-277
- Manufacturer number
- U41
- Reported
- May 1, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,457
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 RAM 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks. The primary and secondary brake hoses located between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the ferrules, which can allow the ferrules to corrode.
Why it is dangerous
If the ferrules corrode, the brake fluid may leak and cause a loss of braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U41.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-277 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.