RAM Recall Check

Whenever something with as many moving parts as a vehicle is produced in mass quantities, there’s always a small chance that some error or flaw will manifest during production. Manufacturers take every measure possible to ensure an engineering process free of error – and usually, any hiccups are caught during the prototype phase. However, specific issues may not arise until after a significant period of use. When these issues begin surfacing on a large scale, the manufacturer that incurred the problem releases what’s known as a recall. What do you do in the event of a RAM recall? Your repair or part replacement is on the house – you just need to understand the protocol.

RAM Recall by VIN: Identifying the Issue in Your Model Year

When any defect arises during production, whether minor or significant, a vehicle manufacturer issues a recall alert to every dealership and typically creates press releases to get the word out. However, to guarantee that you receive the correct information, you can locate RAM recalls according to the VIN on your truck. This is why VINs were created – they allow you to identify your vehicle specifically from other models, but they’re still placed under a specific group. Generally, these groups are separated based on when they rolled off the manufacturing line, so identifying the trucks with the problems is much easier. Use the following steps to determine if your model is experiencing a RAM recall by using the VIN:

• Locate the VIN on your RAM truck. Usually, it’s at the bottom perimeter of your windshield on a small metal plate where the dash meets the glass.
• You’ll also find the VIN when you open your driver’s door. The perimeter of the door usually houses a sticker that runs vertically. This sticker has specs about your vehicle in addition to the VIN.
• You can enter your VIN number on this website and check it against the recall database.
• If your vehicle is experiencing a recall, you can drive to the closest Tinley Park RAM dealership and have the issue taken care of for no charge.

RAM Truck Recalls: What You Should Know

The following section contains pertinent information regarding RAM recalls based on specific types of manufacturer issues.

• The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration decides whether a part is faulting regularly enough to issue a recall. If they believe it’s the part exclusively and not another outside factor, a new one must be installed to rectify the situation. They’ll usually alert the media and mail letters to vehicle owners.
• Two vehicle recalls exist — an incomplete recall and an unremedied recall. You must address an incomplete recall via a solution or repair, while an unremedied recall has no current resolution posted, but one should be available soon.
• Do RAM recalls expire? No. The part is always listed on a database. As long as you own the vehicle and haven’t had the part replaced, you’re eligible for free service to address the issue.

Additional Recalls for Other Manufacturers

The link to the recall website in the section above doesn’t just work for RAM recalls. You can check the VIN of any make, model, and year against the database and find out whether your specific car or truck is flagged for any recalls. Remember, you must always take your vehicle to an official manufacturer dealership to have the issue solved.

See a Technician at Bettenhausen Automotive for RAM Recall Repairs

If you find out your model was flagged for a recall, you can rest assured that we are aware of the issue. At Bettenhausen Automotive, we’re fully prepared to handle any recall situation and encourage you to schedule service if you’re in this position. We’ll have you in and out before you know it!