Recall 10V616000: P/S Reservoir Cap Replacement

Vehicle Make/Model: Model Year(s):

Dodge/RAM 2010-2011

MANUFACTURER: Chrysler Group LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: December 07, 2010

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V616000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Power Steering Fluid

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 76,122

SUMMARY:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Dodge RAM trucks manufactured from March 2009 through October 2010. Some vehicles equipped with diesel engines and a hydroboost brake system may be equipped with a power steering reservoir cap with excessive vent pressure levels that may result in brake pedals that are slow to return.

CONSEQUENCE:
Brake lights that are slow to extinguish could increase the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the power steering reservoir cap free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during February 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NOTES:
Chrysler safety recall No. K33. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.