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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

NHTSA · 19V142000 · published 2019-02-28

NHTSA campaign 19V142000

Hazard

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 48v auxiliary battery system located behind the rear seat (sales code: XBZ). Due to an incorrect assembly repair process, the auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat.

Consequence

If the auxiliary battery system overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire within the cabin even if the ignition is off.

Remedy

FCA US has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the auxiliary battery fasteners, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler number for this recall is V17.

The text above is quoted verbatim from the NHTSA record. Confirm the affected units and the remedy with the manufacturer or NHTSA. Recall data may be incomplete, delayed, or superseded.

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Affected products

2019 RAM 1500