Ram Recall 15V-592: Engine and engine cooling – engine

Affected: 2016 Ram 2500, 2016 Ram 3500, 2016 Ram 4500 and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on September 23, 2015, covering about 41 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis and 4500/5500 Cab Chassis trucks manufactured July 31, 2015, to August 13, 2015 and equipped with a 6.7L Cummins Diesel engine. In the affected vehicles, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.

The risk

An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R52.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign15V-592 (15V592000)
Manufacturer numberR52
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentEngine and engine cooling › Engine
Report dateSeptember 23, 2015
Owners notifiedDecember 21, 2015
Vehicles affected41
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 15V-592 repair free?

Yes. Ram dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R52.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 41 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.