NHTSA Recall 14V635000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling) and fuel system, diesel
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 315,325 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Dodge RAM 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V635000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | P65 |
| Components | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Report received | October 8, 2014 |
| Owner notification | April 27, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Safety risk
If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.
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 14V635000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge RAM 2500 | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Dodge RAM 3500 | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Dodge RAM 4500 | 2011, 2012 |
| Dodge RAM 5500 | 2011, 2012 |
| RAM 2500 | 2013, 2014 |
| RAM 3500 | 2013, 2014 |
| RAM 4500 | 2013, 2014 |
| RAM 5500 | 2013, 2014 |
| RAM Redundant 4500 | 2010 |
| RAM Redundant 5500 | 2010 |
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.