RAM 5500, 4500 +4 more: Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator

Affects RAM 5500, 4500, 3500, 2500, Redundant 4500, Redundant 5500 · 2007–2014 — about 75K vehicles.

The hazard

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.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational