Chrysler parent Stellantis recalling 280,000 heavy-duty trucks for fire risks

Chrysler-parent Stellantis is recalling 280,000 Ram heavy-duty diesel trucks worldwide for fire risks, a filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and a company statement showed on Thursday.

The recall covers 2020-2023 Ram 2500 and 2020-2022 Ram 3500 trucks. A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak that could spark a vehicle fire. 

The company has reports of 16 vehicle fires and one minor injury between March and October that may be related to the recall, but no crashes.

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The recall covers trucks with 6.7-liter Cummins diesel engines and automatic transmissions and includes 248,000 vehicles in the United States.

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Stellantis said the leak may be preceded by a warning light and owners observing a warning light should contact dealers. 

Stellantis said the recall fix is under development.

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