The lack of a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

Visibility — Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 RAM 1500 vehicles equipped with a 12" touchscreen display and a base-level heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC") system. Vehicles with this combination do not have a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield defrosting and defogging systems."

Actions

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V12.

Documents (9)

• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Non-Compliance Notice 573 Report FMVSS 103
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - 01/31/2019 New Safety Recall Advanced Communication – V12
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3

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