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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published November 28, 2023

2023 RAM 3500 Steering Recall: Turn Signals and High Beams May Malfunction

Chrysler recalls certain 2023 RAM 3500 models due to steering column control module issues causing turn signals and high beams to malfunction, increasing crash risk. Free software update and replacement available.

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What happened, in plain English

Chrysler is recalling certain 2023 RAM 3500 vehicles because the steering column control module can cause turn signals and high beams to activate incorrectly, potentially leading to crashes. Owners must have the module updated or replaced by a dealer at no cost to fix the issue. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81532-2023-ram-3500-steering-recall-turn-signals-and-high-beams.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81532-2023-ram-3500-steering-recall-turn-signals-and-high-beams · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V799000

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“2023 RAM 3500 Steering Recall: Turn Signals and High Beams May Malfunction.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81532-2023-ram-3500-steering-recall-turn-signals-and-high-beams. Based on NHTSA recall #23V799000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V799000).

Why it’s dangerous

The steering column control module can cause high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or turn signals to activate when high beams are used. This may also cause the turn signal self-canceling feature to malfunction, increasing the risk of crashes due to reduced visibility.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2023 RAM 3500 vehicles with the specific steering column control module are affected. Drivers using these vehicles may face confusion or reduced visibility when turn signals and high beams interact incorrectly.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your 2023 RAM 3500 has the steering column control module that was recalled. The recall covers specific models from 2023, including the Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, and Cab Chassis variants.

  • Brand
    Chrysler
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Dealer for Update

    Dealers will update the steering column control module software and inspect or replace the module at no cost.

  2. Check for Notification Letter

    Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023, so you should have received one by that date.

    December 19, 2023
Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 23V799000 — Chrysler 2023 RAM 3500 Steering Recall: Turn Signals and High Beams May Malfunction

Hello,

I own a 2023 RAM 3500 Steering Recall: Turn Signals and High Beams May Malfunction that is covered by recall 23V799000 from Chrysler.

The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.

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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Where this comes from

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 #23V799000 (November 28, 2023)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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.
  • GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.
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