NHTSA Recall 13V287000: Electronic stability control (esc)
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45,896 vehicles. It affects 2013 RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V287000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N37 |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) |
| Report received | July 2, 2013 |
| Owner notification | September 11, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 4x4 trucks manufactured June 26, 2012, through February 5, 2013. Due to a software issue with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) module, the ESC system may be disabled when the vehicle is started.
Safety risk
A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESC module software, free of charge. The recall began on September 11, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N37.
Notes
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 www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V287000
| 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.