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NHTSA Recall 19V020000: Electric power assist system (steering)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 159,740 vehicles. It affects 2019 RAM 1500.

159,740
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (February 11)
NHTSA campaign19V020000
Manufacturer campaignV04
ComponentSTEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Report receivedJanuary 24, 2019
Owner notificationFebruary 11, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. The battery ground fastener on the driver-side front fender may have been improperly secured, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Safety risk

A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the ground fastener, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V04.

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 19V020000

Make and modelModel years
RAM 15002019

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.