The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500, 3500 and 3500 Cab Chassis trucks. The brake calipers may have been manufactured with an incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell.
The risk
The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses and bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US' number for this recall is V98.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-635 (19V635000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | V98 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper |
| Report date | August 29, 2019 |
| Owners notified | October 24, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,495 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-635 repair free?
Yes. Ram dealers will fix the problem at no cost: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses and bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,495 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.