Turn Signal and High Beam Malfunction Cause Recall Of More Than 140,000 Chrysler and Ram Vehicles

Dec 07, 2023 09:33 PM EST

4X4 TRUCK ON HIGHWAY — (Photo : PEXELS/Abdullah Alsaibaie)

A recall has been initiated for more than 140,000 Chrysler and Ram vehicles due to a malfunction involving their turn signals and high beams. This recall affects many makes and models including some 2023 Ram trucks, like the 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, and 3500 Cab Chassis. It also affects the 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 trucks.

Recall Alert

The NHTSA issued this warning due to a steering column control module issue. Reports say using turn signals might turn on high beams, or using high beams might trigger the turn signals.

Owners of Chrysler and Ram cars affected by this recall should fix it immediately to ensure safety. This recall is the initial step in correcting high beams and turn signals. To make cars safer and more helpful on the road. According News 12 Connecticut report, dealers will examine and perform the required replacements at no cost.

Cars.com reported that there are exactly 142,100 - pulls pickup trucks included in the latest recall.

The problem centers around the steering column control module, potentially leading to the activation of high beams when using the turn signal or triggering the turn signal when high beams are in use.

Furthermore, the self-canceling feature of the turn signal may not operate correctly. Both of these problems can make it harder for other drivers to see or get directions, which increases the chance of an accident. This situation calls for a recall, affecting Chrysler and Ram cars. It needs to be fixed right away to reduce safety issues related to the turn signal and high beam malfunction.

Ram parent company Stellantis will inform owners on January 17, 2024, about the recall. In the interim, for additional details, owners can contact Stellantis at 1-800-853-1403 (using recall code B2A), reach out to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit their website to check their vehicle identification number and obtain further information.

Chrysler and Ram

Chrysler's history dates back to 1920. As shared on its website, Chrysler collaborated with three former Studebaker engineers, namely Fred Zeder, Owen Skelton, and Carl Breer. They envisioned a groundbreaking automobile. With their skills and hard work, they came up with Chrysler's product line: affordable "luxury" cars known for their cutting-edge tech.

Chrysler's history dates back to 1920. As shared on its website, Chrysler collaborated with three former Studebaker engineers, namely Fred Zeder, Owen Skelton, and Carl Breer. They envisioned a groundbreaking automobile. With their skills and harwork, they came up with Chrysler's product line: affordable "luxury" cars known for their cutting-edge tech.

Finally in 1924 the brand introduced the groundbreaking Chrysler Six, priced at ,565. This car had two notable innovations: a strong six-cylinder engine with high compression, and four-wheel hydraulic brakes that came standard on a passenger car for the first time ever.

Additionally, the well-equipped Chrysler Six included aluminum pistons, replaceable oil and air filters, full-pressure lubrication, tubular front axles, shock absorbers, and indirect interior lighting.

From then on Chrysler had been present in the market. Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Mopar, and SRT are trademarks owned and registered by FCA US LLC.