recall information
Recall number
REC-000238
PRA number
2014/14483
Campaign number
P65
Original published date
make and model information
Make
DODGE
Model
DODGE RAM
Year range
2009 - 2010
Affected units
2
What are the defects?
Some of the above vehicles may experience the diesel fuel heater electrical connector to overheat and cause a fuel leak.
What are the hazards?
The diesel fuel heater housing at the fuel heater electrical connector may overheat, leading to the failure of the O-rings that seals the male electrical terminals in the diesel fuel filter/ heater assembly. This could cause underhood smoke and/or an engine compartment fire.
What should consumers do?
Chrysler Jeep will notify owners who take their vehicle to a Jeep dealership whereby the diesel fuel heater connector will be replaced.
Supplier details
Chrysler Australia Pty Ltd trading as Fiat Chrysler Group
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
