NHTSA Recall 17V562000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 443,874 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the RAM 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V562000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | T51 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | September 12, 2017 |
| Owner notification | February 26, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
Safety risk
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.
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 17V562000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 2500 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| RAM 3500 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| RAM 4500 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| RAM 5500 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.