NHTSA recall 19V-020 (19V020000)
steering recall reported January 24, 2019 - about 159,740 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V020000
- Also written as
- 19V-020
- Manufacturer number
- V04
- Reported
- January 24, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~159,740
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. The battery ground fastener on the driver-side front fender may have been improperly secured, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the ground fastener, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V04.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-020 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.