REC-000238

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2009–2010 DODGE DODGE RAM

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Chrysler Australia Pty Ltd trading as Fiat Chrysler Group

Recall date: 12 December 2014

Defect

Some of the above vehicles may experience the diesel fuel heater electrical connector to overheat and cause a fuel leak.

Hazard

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.

Remedy

Chrysler Jeep will notify owners who take their vehicle to a Jeep dealership whereby the diesel fuel heater connector will be replaced.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Chrysler Australia Pty Ltd trading as Fiat Chrysler Group — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000238

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