Recall Alert: 2015-2016 Ram 1500
Vehicles Affected: Approximately 450 model-year 2015-16 Ram 1500 pickup trucks manufactured between Jan. 22 and Sept. 13, 2015
The Problem: Contamination on the electric power steering control circuit board may cause a short, resulting in a loss of power steering assist; this will necessitate extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the EPS unit for free.
What Owners Should Do: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles did not immediately provide an owner-notification schedule. Owners can call the automaker at 800-853-1403, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or go to www.safercar.gov for more info.
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