Lifeline Ram 5500 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 25, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Life Line Emergency Vehicles recalls 2019–2020 Lifeline Ram 5500

Recall number

21V384000

Brand / firm

Lifeline

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 36 units

Why it was recalled

A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Dodge 5500 vehicles. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been improperly routed, which could allow it to chafe against suspension components, and result in a brake fluid leak.

What to do

Dealers will modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and replace the rear brake caliper flexible line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification was mailed on May 13, 2020. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317 ext. 132.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.