2019 Ram 2500 · Fuel, battery & fire risk
Diesel fuel lines may leak into the engine compartment
NHTSA campaign 19V498000 lists the 2019 Ram 2500 for a condition in which diesel fuel lines may leak into the engine compartment.
What the reviewed source says
Start with the documented condition, not a parts guess.
NHTSA lists the 2019 Ram 2500 in safety campaign 19V498000. The official record says: The fuel lines may leak fuel into the engine compartment. The stated safety consequence is: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
Words owners may use
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Symptoms in the pattern
- Fuel may be visible inside the engine compartment
- A fire may start if leaking fuel reaches an ignition source
Vehicles and scope
- 2019 Ram 2500
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 19V498000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V76.
Campaign 19V498000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Complete recall 19V498000
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V76.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
What owners reported
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Check the VIN and record what happened
Check the 17-character VIN with NHTSA or Ram. Save campaign 19V498000, any warning messages and a short description of when the symptom occurred for the service appointment.
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