2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 recall: automatic transmission
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on January 24, 2020. It covers about 87,431 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 87,431
- reported
- Jan 24, 2020
- owners notified
- Mar 2, 2020
- related complaints
- 79
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickup vehicles equipped with six-speed automatic (68RFE) transmissions. A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
- Risk
- The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.
Recall number 20V043000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 79 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 20V043000
Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 automatic transmission?
Yes. Recall 20V043000, reported on January 24, 2020, covers about 87,431 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V043000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.
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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