2014-2019 Ram 1500 recall: gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on October 24, 2019. It covers about 107,980 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 107,980
- reported
- Oct 24, 2019
- owners notified
- Apr 16, 2020
- related complaints
- 1,687
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
- Risk
- Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.
Recall number 19V757000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1,687 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 19V757000
Is there a recall on the 2014-2019 Ram 1500 gas recirculation valve (egr valve)?
Yes. Recall 19V757000, reported on October 24, 2019, covers about 107,980 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V757000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.
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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