Service Repair

Chrysler Recalls Certain Ram 1500 Trucks Due to Overheating

Sept. 14, 2020

Chrysler is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 trucks equipped with a 48v auxiliary battery system located behind the rear seat.

Mike Mavrigian

Information courtesy of Mitchell 1

Chrysler is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 trucks equipped with a 48v auxiliary battery system located behind the rear seat.

Due to an incorrect assembly repair process, the auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat. If this system overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire within the cabin even if the ignition is off.

About the Author

Mike Mavrigian | Motor Age Editor

Mike Mavrigian has written thousands of automotive technical magazine articles involving a variety of specialties, from engine building to wheel alignment, and has authored more than a dozen books that crisscross the automotive spectrum. Mike operates Birchwood Automotive, an Ohio shop that builds custom engines and performs vintage vehicle restorations. The shop also features a professional photo studio to document projects and to create images for articles and books.

About the Author

Information courtesy of Mitchell 1

Information for Technical Service Bulletins comes from ProDemand, Mitchell 1's auto repair information software for domestic and import vehicles. Headquartered in San Diego, Mitchell 1 has provided quality repair information solutions to the automotive industry since 1918.