Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #18V160000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V160000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting 2009-2012 dodge ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia Includes 218,617 affected units, Front Fuel Tank Strap Bracket may Corrode, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2009-2012 dodge ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2009-2012 dodge ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "t-slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. the recall began may 2, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u04.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V160000
Report Received Date: 2018-03-08T00:00:00
Subject: Front fuel tank strap bracket may corrode
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 218,617

Details

MFR Campaign Number: U04
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2009-2012 dodge ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "t-slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.
Consequence Summary: If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. a fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. the recall began may 2, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u04.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 45.5

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NHTSA ID: 18V160000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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