Auburn Hills, MI – March 20, 2022 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Chrysler brand, is recalling 370,437 vehicles over an issue that may prevent the driver from knowing that the car’s electronic stability control (ESC) software is not working properly. This increases the risk of a crash.
The ESC function is to apply brakes when it detects a loss of steering control.
The recall includes the following SUVs and pickup trucks:
- 2019 – 2022 RAM 2500
- 2019 – 2022 RAM 3500
- 2021 – 2022 Dodge Durango
Recall summary
In the recalled vehicles, faulty anti-lock braking (ABS) software will prevent the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) from illuminating if ESC is not working properly.
Recall risks
The issue increases the risk of a crash.
Other recent Stellantis recalls
This is not the first RAM 3500 recall this year. Last month, the RAM 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks were recalled due to a fault with the windshield wipers.
There was a RAM 2500 recall in December 2021 over a defective high pressure fuel pump which resulted in stalling. The recall included other RAM vehicles.
In November 2021, there was a Dodge Durango recall due to fly-away spoilers, as reported.
The repair
To remedy the issue, the ABS control module software will be updated at no cost to the owners. Those who may have already incurred costs related to this issue will be reimbursed.
Owners will be notified on April 29, 2022.
Is your vehicle part of this recall?
Close to 400,000 vehicles are included in this RAM truck recall. To do a RAM recall check, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.