Model year 2019 Ram 1500s recalled

The auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat

04/03/2019

James Limbach Reporter

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 33 model year 2019 Ram 1500s equipped with a 48v auxiliary battery system located behind the rear seat (sales code: XBZ).

Due to an incorrect assembly repair process, the auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat.

If the auxiliary battery system overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire within the cabin even if the ignition is off.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the auxiliary battery fasteners free of charge.

The recall began March 15, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler number for this recall is V17.

James Limbach

A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.

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