ESC Light May Not Indicate Malfunction/FMVSS 126
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 22V140000 |
| Report Received Date | 3/10/2022 |
| Component | N/A |
| Vehicles Affected | 370,437 |
| Completion Rate | 87.33% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Issue
An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.
