NHTSA recall 18V100000
A recall listed here may apply to a vehicle of this year, make and model. Only the manufacturer can say whether it applies to one vehicle: check the VIN with the official lookups.
| Published by | NHTSA (United States) |
|---|---|
| Campaign number | 18V100000 |
| Manufacturer's number | U11 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Reported | 2018-02-08 |
| Owners notified | 2018-02-26 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Units potentially affected | 180462 |
| Report | Quarterly report 6, for 2019 quarter 2 |
|---|---|
| Filed with NHTSA | 2019-07-22 |
| Vehicles in the campaign | 180462 |
| Reported remedied | 149131 (82%) |
| Reported unreachable | 1215 |
| Reported removed | 578 |
These are the manufacturer's totals for the whole campaign at the end of 2019 quarter 2, as filed with NHTSA. They do not say whether one vehicle has been remedied: check the VIN with the official lookups. The reports are from data as of 2026-10-19.
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
What can happen
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
| 2017 RAM 1500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-13. |
|---|---|
| 2018 RAM 1500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-13. |
| 2017 RAM 2500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-10. |
| 2018 RAM 2500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-10. |
| 2017 RAM 3500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-24. |
| 2018 RAM 3500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-24. |
| 2017 RAM 4500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-10. |
| 2018 RAM 4500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-10. |
| 2017 RAM 5500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-10. |
| 2018 RAM 5500 | Built 2017-01-01 to 2018-01-10. |
A vehicle with no link is not in this site's catalog, which covers cars, multipurpose vehicles and trucks by model year. The campaign is from data as of 2026-10-19.
Bulletins for the same vehicles and component
| S1808000152 | 2023-04-17. Service bulletin. CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace or Flash Update Performed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Performance, P1572 Brake Pedal Stuck, C0042-54 Brake Pedal Missing Calibration |
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| 1808022 | 2022-12-19. Service bulletin. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain ControlModule (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or moreof the following DTCs have been set: P064F - Unauthorized Software/Calibration Detected. P2706 - MS Solenoid Circuit(68RFE Only). P0868 - Line Pressure Low. P229F - Aftertreatment NOxSensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P207F - Reductant Quality Performance. P2509 - PCM/PCM Power Input Signal Intermittent. P0401 - EGR System Performance. P0870 - OD Hydraulic Pressure Test. P040B - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Performance. P2201 - Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P1C54 - SCR NOx Catalyst Missing. P249E - Closed Loop SCR Reductant Injection Control At Limit - Flow Too High. P0128 - Thermostat Rationality. P24C7 - Particulate Matter Sensor Temperature Circuit Performance. Customers may also comment on the following: Engine misfire in cold ambient temperatures. In addition, the following software enhancements are also available: Scan tool fan actuation test fix. Enabling diagnostics forDTC P208B- Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance. Unable to turn on the ability to set ?MAX? road speed using wiTECH scan tool. Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor Out Of Range (OOR) low calibration. Improved 5-4 shift (reduce shift flare) after extended operation in 5th or 6th gear. Engine Manifold Pressure Misfire Monitor (EMP MFM) retune(68RFE Only). Idle based misfire retune. Abort timer for Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) out NOx sensor missingchange to 70 seconds. Map SCR missingFault/DTC P1C54to tampering inducement. Particulate Matter (PM) sensor false fault improvement. CC inner loop used up faults. Ultrasonic Flow Meter (UFM) test results fix. Engine run state idle unstable software fix. |
| S1918000003RevA | 2022-10-17. Service bulletin. Revision A: Intermittent Engine Buck, Surge, or Misfire. |
| 2101317 | 2022-10-17. Service bulletin. This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a less than desirable shift quality or the vehicle stuck in a fixed gear during a limp in mode. |
| 18-040-17 REV. A | 2022-09-15. Service bulletin. Flash: 6.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. This bulletin fixes all vehicles listed and also contains an optional software path for situations where the customer is specifically complaining of a drone noise, shudder, pulsation, or vibration under light throttle applications, while vehicle is operating in Multi Displacement System/Economics (MDS/ECO)mode (optional software available for D2&DJ vehicles).There will be two separate software options displayed on the wiTECH flash tab. The software file released for this condition contains the verbiage ?MDS NOISE?. The other file is the standard software that does not contain improvements for the drone/shudder concern. If for some reason the customer finds this shudderimprovement objectionable, the PCM software may be returned/reflashed to the standard version.Both software versions will address the remaining conditions noted in the bulletin.A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following DTCs have been set:P1404 - EGR Close Position Performance. P0404 - EGR Position Sensor Performance. P0405 - EGR Position Sensor Circuit Low. P0406 - EGR Position Sensor Circuit High. P2172 ? High Airflow/Vacuum leak detected. P0870 - OD Hydraulic Pressure Test (66RFE Only). This software update also includes the following enhancements:Reduced downhill gear hunting when using cruise control. Reduced drone noise at minimum converter clutch operating speed. Reduced low speed drone noise. Improved Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve control at maximum desired lift. This will help reduce, long crank/start time. Improvements to engine idle quality such as rough idle after high altitude start and stability of engine RPM at idle. |
| 21-049-17 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. Incorrect Transmission Oil Level Indicator This bulletin involves inspecting and replacing the transmission oil level indicator (dipstick) if needed. During a new vehicle preparation, the technician may notice the transmission fluid level is low. |
| 9003820 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. Shifter Tower If you are working on a vehicle with a noise/rattle or noise/vibration complaint in 5th or 6th gear on decel, the field has had success by simply removing and reinstalling the shift tower from the transmission. Leaving the boot on the tower of the shifter intact, remove the two external boots first to get to the shifter tower. Please attempt this repair first if you have this concern. Follow the service instructions to ensure proper installation of the tower. |
| S1925000008 | 2022-06-27. Service bulletin. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P208B ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance, and/or P20E8 ? Reductant Pressure Too Low, Set. |
| S1625000007 Rev. | 2021-03-15. Service bulletin. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P207F ? Reductant Quality Performance Set. |
| S2025000001 Rev. | 2020-12-28. Service bulletin. (Rev. B) Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illumination (MIL). Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P203E ? Reductant Level Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent-Erratic Set. |
A bulletin is the manufacturer's note to its dealers. It is not part of this recall.