NHTSA Recall 13V177000: Engine and engine cooling
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 498 vehicles. It affects 2013 RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V177000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N25 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | May 7, 2013 |
| Owner notification | June 25, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured manufactured June 25, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant to flow into the heater core. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Vehicle Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Safety risk
Without a properly working windshield defrosting system, a buildup of mositure or ice could limit the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with an updated calibration, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N25.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V177000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 1500 | 2013 |
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.