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NHTSA Recall 21V384000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

Life Line Emergency Vehicles reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36 vehicles. It affects 2019–2020 Lifeline RAM 5500.

36
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (May 13)
NHTSA campaign21V384000
Manufacturer campaignNA
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedMay 25, 2021
Owner notificationMay 13, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Dodge 5500 vehicles. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been improperly routed, which could allow it to chafe against suspension components, and result in a brake fluid leak.

Safety risk

A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and replace the rear brake caliper flexible line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification was mailed on May 13, 2020. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317 ext. 132.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V384000

Make and modelModel years
Lifeline RAM 55002019, 2020

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.