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NHTSARecalled Mar 6, 2018 · #18V149000

Steering Gears may Crack

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 RAM ProMaster City vehicles. The gears within the hydraulic rack and pinion steering system may have a casting defect that can cause a crack and a loss of hydraulic steering fluid. A hydraulic steering fluid leak may require additional sudden steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Steering Gears may Crack
  • 2018 RAM ProMaster City
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear housing, replacing any affected rack-and-pinion assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U23.

View the official CPSC notice