RAM 4500, 5500: Service brakes

Affects RAM 4500, 5500 · 2019–2020 — about 397 vehicles.

The hazard

A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

LiquidSpring has notified the purchasers, and the affected vehicle manufacturers will file recalls to have their dealers inspect the rear brake caliper flexible lines for wear and install a kit to modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and if necessary, a kit to replace worn brake lines, free of charge. The recall May 13, 2020. Owners may contact LiquidSpring customer service at 1-765-474-7816, extension 1.

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