Ram product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 24, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2019 Ram 1500

Recall number

19V051000

Brand / firm

Ram

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 15 units

Why it was recalled

The lack of a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 RAM 1500 vehicles equipped with a 12" touchscreen display and a base-level heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC") system. Vehicles with this combination do not have a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield defrosting and defogging systems."

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V12.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.