RAM 1500 (2019) recall — Electrical System
Chrysler recalls certain 2019 Ram 1500 models with 48v auxiliary battery systems due to overheating risks that could cause cabin fires. Owners must have fasteners secured by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the auxiliary battery system overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire within the cabin even if the ignition is off.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling some 2019 Ram 1500 trucks that have a 48v auxiliary battery system. If the battery overheats, it could cause a fire inside the vehicle even when the ignition is off. This is a safety issue that needs fixing. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224309-chrysler-2019-ram-1500-electrical-system-recall-fire-risk-if.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224309-chrysler-2019-ram-1500-electrical-system-recall-fire-risk-if · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V142000
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“Chrysler 2019 Ram 1500 Electrical System Recall: Fire Risk if Auxiliary Battery Overheats.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224309-chrysler-2019-ram-1500-electrical-system-recall-fire-risk-if. Based on NHTSA recall #19V142000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V142000).
Why it’s dangerous
The auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat due to an incorrect assembly repair process. This overheating can lead to a fire inside the vehicle even when the ignition is off.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles with a 48v auxiliary battery system (sales code XBZ) are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the battery overheats.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 Ram 1500 has a 48v auxiliary battery system behind the rear seat (sales code XBZ). The recall started March 15, 2019.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler Customer Service
Call 1-800-853-1403 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a fix.
Have Dealers Secure Fasteners
Dealers will free of charge secure the auxiliary battery fasteners to prevent overheating.
What NHTSA says to do
FCA US has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the auxiliary battery fasteners, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler number for this recall is V17.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
Due to an incorrect assembly repair process, the auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2019 Ram 1500 has a 48v auxiliary battery system behind the rear seat (sales code XBZ).
What should I do if I have this vehicle?
Contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to have dealers secure the auxiliary battery fasteners for free.
Contact Chrysler
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V142000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 19V142000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: FCA US has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the auxiliary battery fasteners, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler number for this recall is V17. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V142000 (February 28, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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