If the ferrules corrode, the brake fluid may leak and cause a loss of braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Date Announced

MAY 01, 2018

Vehicles Affected

2,457

Ram Recall #

U41

NHTSA Campaign #

18V277000

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 RAM 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks. The primary and secondary brake hoses located between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the ferrules, which can allow the ferrules to corrode.

Actions

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U41.

Documents (11)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - 05/08/2018 New Safety Recall Advanced Communication – U41
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2018-3
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - June 2018
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2018-4
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #6, 2019-3