The problem
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with manual transmission, v10 engines and four-wheel-drive transfer cases. Under sustained maximum rated vehicle load, while driving up a steep grade in four-wheel-drive low range in hot ambient conditions, the local exhaust temperature proximate to the hydraulic clutch line can generate line temperatures that exceed the temperature limit of the clutch line material. If this condition occurs and the clutch is depressed, the line could rupture.
The risk
The fluid could ignite on the hot exhaust possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-115 (99V115000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 828 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Power train › Clutch assembly |
| Report date | May 6, 1999 |
| Owners notified | December 27, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 8,883 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-115 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8,883 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.