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NHTSA Recall 09V084000: Motor (visibility)

CHRYSLER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 65,896 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Dodge RAM.

65,896
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2009
owners notified (August 17)
NHTSA campaign09V084000
Manufacturer campaignJ10
ComponentVISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR
Report receivedMarch 13, 2009
Owner notificationAugust 17, 2009
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler is recalling 65,896 my 2008-2009 light and heavy duty dodge RAM pickup trucks. The windshield wiper module motor assembly may be susceptible to water intrusion that could result in partial or complete loss of windshield wiping capability.

Safety risk

When the wiper system fails, the operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the wiper module assemblies with vented wiper motor housings free of charge. The safety recall began on august 17, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Chrysler recall no. J10.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Vehicles covered by recall 09V084000

Make and modelModel years
Dodge RAM2008, 2009

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.