NHTSA Recall 14V161000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 125 vehicles. It affects 2014 RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V161000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | P13 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | April 1, 2014 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles manufactured January 24, 2014, through February 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission case may have been improperly machined which can result in the park pawl not properly engaging when the transmission is in the 'Park' position.
Safety risk
If the park pawl does not properly engage, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2014. Owners may contract Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P13.
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 14V161000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 1500 | 2014 |
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.