Safety Recall V53 / NHTSA 19V-348 Power Steering Assist - 2017-2019 Chrysler Pacifica

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May 9, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V348000

Engine Stall or Loss of Power Steering Assist

A loss of power steering assist or a stall can increase the risk of crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V348

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 198,731

 

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Pacifica vehicles equipped with engine stop/start systems. A loose battery ground connection may result in an intermittent loss of power steering assist and/or a stall.

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Safety Recall V44 / NHTSA 19V-347 Tailgate Latch - 2015-2018 Ram Trucks

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May 9, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V347000

Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly

If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V347

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Components LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Potential Number of Units Affected 410,351

 

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot truck bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 that are equipped with a power locking tailgate. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

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Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate - 2018 B-27 Minuteman

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March 28, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V255000

Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V255

Manufacturer Blanchat Mfg., Inc.

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 1

 

Summary

Blanchat Mfg., Inc. (Blanchat) is recalling one 2018 B-27 Minuteman vehicle built on a RAM 5500 chassis and equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

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Roof Top Tent Cover May Crack and Detach - 2018 Jeep Wrangler

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April 23, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V320000

Roof Top Tent Cover May Crack and Detach

If the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V320

Manufacturer EHG USA LP dba American Fastbacks

Components EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected 94

 

Summary

Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks (EHGUSA-AF) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving.

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Seat Back may not Stay Upright - 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster

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March 1, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V332000

Seat Back may not Stay Upright

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V332

Manufacturer Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles

Components SEATS

Potential Number of Units Affected 90

 

Summary

Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

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