√2014-19 Ram 1500 DS turbo-diesel recalled in Australia due to fuel pump failure

The factory-backed Australian importer and right-hand-drive converter of Ram Trucks has announced a recall of more than 400 diesel 1500 pick-up due to a fuel pump defect.

The factory-backed company responsible for importing and converting Ram Trucks to right-hand-drive in Australia has recalled 437 examples of the Ram 1500 ‘DS’, due to a manufacturing defect which could lead to fuel pump failure.

The recall only affects examples of Ram’s ‘DS’-generation 1500 pick-ups which are powered by a 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo-diesel engine – not V8 petrol versions.

The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing defect, the High-Pressure Fuel Pump could fail prematurely and introduce failed component debris into the fuel system.

“This could impair the fuel supply to the engine and result in a loss of power whilst driving.

“A loss of power whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders.”

Date of recall notice	17 August 2023
Make	Ram
Model	1500 DS
Year	2014-2019
Vehicles affected	437
VIN list	Click here to download the list of affected VINs
Contact link	Click here to contact the manufacturer

A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 437 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.

American Special Vehicles – operating as Ram Trucks Australia – has advised it will contact affected owners in writing when parts become available, requesting they make an appointment at any authorised Ram dealership to have the work carried out free of charge.

For more information, owners can contact Ram Trucks Customer Assist by phone on 1300 681 792.

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