RAM 1500 loose battery ground can kill power steering
high How serious is it? About this label
Unexpected changes in steering effort can cause you to lose control and crash; the notice does not tell owners to stop driving, but get the quick fix done soon.
What's wrong, in plain English
On some 2019 RAM 1500 trucks, a bolt that grounds the battery to the driver-side front fender may not have been tightened properly at the factory. If it is loose, you can lose power steering assist. When that happens, the steering suddenly gets much heavier or lighter than you expect, and the truck can turn more or less than you intended. The dealer simply tightens that ground fastener correctly.
What you should do
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
RAM — official RAM recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-853-1403
The bigger picture
- What steering problems are Ram trucks and vans recalled for? · all 7 RAM recalls in this area
Official notice
- Component
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary
- 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.
- Safety risk
- A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.