2014-2015 Ram 4500 and Ram 5500 recall: tires
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 18, 2015. It covers about 1,771 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,771
- reported
- May 18, 2015
- owners notified
- Jun 10, 2015
- related complaints
- 1
Tires
- What is wrong
- Chryser (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks manufactured August 20, 2013, to January 27, 2015 and equipped with 6.4L Hemi engines. The affected vehicles have a maximum governed speed of 106 mph but are fitted with tires that are only rated for a maximum speed of 87 mph.
- Risk
- If the vehicle exceeds the tires' maximum speed rating, the tires may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will correct the electronic control unit software to limit the vehicle's speed to 87 mph, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R17.
Recall number 15V290000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about tires problems.
Questions about recall 15V290000
Is there a recall on the 2014-2015 Ram 4500 and Ram 5500 tires?
Yes. Recall 15V290000, reported on May 18, 2015, covers about 1,771 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 15V290000?
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will correct the electronic control unit software to limit the vehicle's speed to 87 mph, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R17.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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