Recall 16V253000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE Defect in 2014-2016 RAM PROMASTER
RECALL This recall affects up to 6,422 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V253000 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Vehicles Affected | 6,422 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured July 24, 2015, to February 15, 2016, and 2015-2016 ProMaster City vehicles manufactured August 15, 2014, to February 1, 2016. The Trailer Tow Lighting Control Module may have a software error on the affected vehicles and can prevent illumination of the trailer brake lights during brake actuation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Safety Consequence
Trailer brake lights that are inoperative can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Trailer Tow Light Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S22.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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