NHTSA Recall 21V634000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Luxe Trucks dba Utility Bodywerks reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Utility Bodywerks RAM 4500.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V634000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | August 12, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 30, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Luxe Trucks dba Utility Bodywerks (Utility Bodywerks) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The rear brake caliper flexible lines may have been improperly routed, which could allow chafing 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 letters were mailed on June 30, 2022. Owners may contact Utility Bodywerks' customer service at 1-574-522-8422.
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 21V634000
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.