Electric power steering gear can short circuit
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain mopar steering rack and pinion electric gear assemblies for ram 1500 trucks (part number 68419897ab) sold as service replacement parts. the electric power steering (eps) gears may contain a contaminated circuit card assembly that can short circuit.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit can cause an intermittent loss of power steering assist, requiring an inconsistent steering effort to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the eps gear assembly, free of charge. the recall began december 19, 2019. owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403. fca's number for this recall is vb9.
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FAQ: Recall 19E077000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19E077000?
NHTSA recall 19E077000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on November 14, 2019. It addresses: Electric power steering gear can short circuit. The recall affects approximately 15 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19E077000 or the manufacturer campaign number VB9. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.