RAM 2500, 4500 +3 more: Power train — column shift

Affects RAM 2500, 4500, 3500, 5500, 1500 · 2009–2017 — about 1.5M vehicles.

The hazard

Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.

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