Recall 16V739000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.
Safety Consequence
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | RAM | 3500 |
| 2008 | RAM | 3500 |
| 2008 | RAM | 4500 |
| 2008 | RAM | 5500 |
| 2009 | RAM | 3500 |
| 2009 | RAM | 4500 |
| 2009 | RAM | 5500 |
| 2010 | RAM | 3500 |
| 2010 | RAM | 4500 |
| 2010 | RAM | 5500 |
| 2011 | DODGE | CHARGER POLICE |
| 2011 | RAM | 3500 |
| 2011 | RAM | 4500 |
| 2011 | RAM | 5500 |
| 2012 | DODGE | CHARGER POLICE |
| 2012 | RAM | 3500 |
| 2012 | RAM | 4500 |
| 2012 | RAM | 5500 |
| 2013 | DODGE | CHARGER POLICE |
| 2013 | RAM | 2500 |
| 2013 | RAM | 3500 |
| 2013 | RAM | 4500 |
| 2013 | RAM | 5500 |
| 2014 | DODGE | CHARGER POLICE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.