A separated brake pedal can result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Master Cylinder

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks. Certain vehicles were built without the retaining clip that secures the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal, which can cause the brake pedal to separate from the brake system.

Actions

Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they receive instructions on the inspection and repair, as necessary. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install the push rod clip, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US number for this recall is Y04.

Documents (20)

• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - Instructions re Safety Recall Y04 / NHTSA 21V-037 Brake Clip
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - Dealer Service Instructions re Safety Recall Y04 / NHTSA 21V-037 Brake Clip
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Media Release re FCA US LLC (FCA US) has announced a safety recall on certain 2020 and 2021 Model Year (DS) Ram 1500 Pickup vehicles equipped with non-adjustable pedals (sales code XA8).
• Miscellaneous Document - Safety Recall Notification Screen Shot
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Media Release re New Safety Recall Advanced Communication Y04
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Miscellaneous Document - Email Blast
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4

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