Ram Recall 13V-486: Electrical system – instrument cluster/panel

Affected: 2014 Ram 1500, 2014 Ram 2500, 2014 Ram 3500. Filed with NHTSA on October 17, 2013, covering about 8,370 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013, through August 22, 2013. Randomly, the warning lights in the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate as designed.

The risk

Inoperative warning lights may not properly warn the driver of vehicle problems, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N59.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign13V-486 (13V486000)
Manufacturer numberN59
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentElectrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
Report dateOctober 17, 2013
Owners notifiedNovember 25, 2013
Vehicles affected8,370
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 13V-486 repair free?

Yes. Ram dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N59.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8,370 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.