Recall Clearance lights

[black-betty]

Mods: Please move if in the wrong spot....

Went in today for an Oil Change - they have a recall, that is not listed as such, but dealers have been told to take care of it.

Only applies to the trucks with roof mounted clearance/marker lights...they are known to leak, and therefore get water into the headliner. They replaced all 5 of mine - i guess with a better or good gasket???

Anyway, as it doesn't come up on the MOPAR site - thought I would let ya'll know.

Don't know if this is applicable to ONLY the 2018 models....

 

[Redheadhunter21]

I have a 2018 and was told they will replace mine just waiting on them to come in to the dealer

 

[RamCares]

Mods: Please move if in the wrong spot....

Went in today for an Oil Change - they have a recall, that is not listed as such, but dealers have been told to take care of it.

Only applies to the trucks with roof mounted clearance/marker lights...they are known to leak, and therefore get water into the headliner. They replaced all 5 of mine - i guess with a better or good gasket???

Anyway, as it doesn't come up on the MOPAR site - thought I would let ya'll know.

Don't know if this is applicable to ONLY the 2018 models....

Hi black-betty,

The clearance liamp repair you're referring to is an RRT, or Rapid Response Transmittal, and is not a recall (which is why you're not seeing it on the Mopar recall website). An RRT is a type of VIN-specific service action, which is also released as a TSB. I have included the TSB information below for your reference and for anyone else who may be experiencing this concern!


NUMBER: 23-014-18 REV. A
GROUP: 23 Body
DATE: April 20, 2018

SUBJECT: Cracked Clearance Lamp Lenses

OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves replacing the cab clearance lamps.

MODELS:
2017/2018 (DJ) RAM 2500 Pickup
2017/2018 (DD) RAM 3500 Cab Chassis
2017/2018 (DF) RAM 3500 <10K LB Cab Chassis
2017/2018 (D2) RAM 3500 Pickup
2017/2018 (DP) RAM 4500/5500 Cab Chassis
2017/2018 (DX) RAM Truck (Mexico)

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles within the following markets/countries: NAFTA,
EMEA and LATAM.
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or after April 01, 2017 (MDH 0401XX) or on or
before **October 20, 2017 (MDH 1020XX)** equipped with Clearance Lamps (Sales
Code LNC).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The vehicle may have been built with cab clearance lamps that may fail prematurely.

DIAGNOSIS: If a customer’s VIN is listed in VIP or on your RRT VIN list, perform the repair. If any vehicle not on the
VIN list exhibits the symptom/condition, perform the repair.

REPAIR PROCEDURE: Replace all five clearance lamps



Jennifer
Ram Social Care Specialist

 

[black-betty]

Hi black-betty,

The clearance liamp repair you're referring to is an RRT, or Rapid Response Transmittal, and is not a recall (which is why you're not seeing it on the Mopar recall website). An RRT is a type of VIN-specific service action, which is also released as a TSB. I have included the TSB information below for your reference and for anyone else who may be experiencing this concern!

Jennifer
Ram Social Care Specialist

Wow - just wow....Jennifer, thanks for the reply, I am a first time FCA buyer and life long TATA (Land Rover) owner...and never, and I mean NEVER have I ever had an interaction with an employee of that company on an enthusiasts forum. (I am on the largest Land Rover Forum with over 12yrs & 13K posts to my name).... In fact quite the opposite - they disregard the enthusiasts as they are more focused on just selling vehicles to people who can afford them and move on to the next sale.

I am extremely impressed that FCA supports enthusiast owners like this - and just reinforces my choice to but this RAM....I am thrilled!

 

[RamCares]

Wow - just wow....Jennifer, thanks for the reply, I am a first time FCA buyer and life long TATA (Land Rover) owner...and never, and I mean NEVER have I ever had an interaction with an employee of that company on an enthusiasts forum. (I am on the largest Land Rover Forum with over 12yrs & 13K posts to my name).... In fact quite the opposite - they disregard the enthusiasts as they are more focused on just selling vehicles to people who can afford them and move on to the next sale.

I am extremely impressed that FCA supports enthusiast owners like this - and just reinforces my choice to but this RAM....I am thrilled!

We're so glad to be here! Feel free to private message us if anything comes up in the future.

Jennifer
Ram Social Care Specialist

 

[Outbreak]

So just today I got a set of OEM clearance lights. How can I tell if they’re included in the recall?

 

[JB1]

There is no recall its more like a service bulletin, some trucks that came with them from the factory had the screws too tight and caused the lense to crack. If you have a new set just install them and don't over tighten the screws.

 

[Outbreak]

My bad, I knew it wasn’t a recall but yet I still called it that. Early day yesterday with a 8 year old (but well worth every minute of it).

Thanks for the info about why they crack, and I’ll be sure not to overtighten them!

 

[JB1]

I think the guy that tightened the screws is the same one that tightens the oil filters lol

Seriously though, I installed the same kit and I haven't had any issues.

 

[Outbreak]

Honestly, I’m scared!!! I don’t want to drill!!!

 

[JB1]

I was nervous too but I would rather do it myself than have the dealer do it

 

[ramrocker]

Had the cracks in a couple right away, 5 replaced last year, cracks back in a couple again around or below screw holes. RTV on screw holes and still water wicks up from bottom.

 

[JB1]

I don’t have a long term test but I installed my own 03/18 and mine are fine. I don’t have any condensation, cracks or any issues whatsoever. I park outside in the Houston Texas weather too so they see lots of rain and temps up to 100 in the summer. The kit has some small plastic washers for the screws, make sure you use them per the instructions.

 

[ramrocker]

Dealer tech had installed my replacement ones. When I checked where the new leaks came from didn't appear they over tightened them.
I'll find out if they made any improvements to the lenses next time I've got to go into dealer.
Ditto on the weather, in Pearland, TX

 

[Outdoors76]

I don’t have a long term test but I installed my own 03/18 and mine are fine. I don’t have any condensation, cracks or any issues whatsoever. I park outside in the Houston Texas weather too so they see lots of rain and temps up to 100 in the summer. The kit has some small plastic washers for the screws, make sure you use them per the instructions.

 

[Outdoors76]

I dont recall seeing these on your truck jb..

Any recent pics? Need some ram mod ****!!

 

[JB1]

I dont recall seeing these on your truck jb..

Any recent pics? Need some ram mod ****!!

Lol ok

 

[kaop584]

Hi JB1,
What lights did you use for the steps. That's next after I inst. the roof lights.

 

[2018 Hemi]

Just found water in one of mine, will be call dealer tomorrow

 

[Badger 13]

JB1, what LED's did you use in the cab lights ?