Defect Description For Recall
Chrysler (FCA Us Llc) Is Recalling Certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 And 5500 Cab Chassis Built With A Cummins 6.7L High Output Engine. Inadequate Warmup ProteCTIon Can Cause A Lack Of Oil Film On The Engine ConneCTIng Rod Bearings While The Engine Is Reaching Operating Temperature. This Can Result In Engine Damage And ConneCTIng Rod Failure, Which Could Potentially Puncture The Engine Block.
Make Of Vehicle
RAM
Model Of Vehicle
5500
Year
2020
Recall Campaign Number
20V511000
Component Description
Electrical System:Software
Effect Of Defect
A Damaged Engine Block May Leak Oil, Which Can Contact Hot Engine Or Exhaust Components, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Chrysler Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Flash The Engine Calibration Software To Enhance The Engine Warm Up ProteCTIon, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began September 10, 2020. Owners May Contact Chrysler Customer Service At 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’S Number For This Recall Is W57.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us Llc)
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
32318
Date Owners Notified
20200910
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)
Date Report Received
20200827
Make Campaign Number
W57