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Recalls and bulletins
6.7 Cummins 2007-2018 recalls and service bulletins
5 NHTSA safety recalls name this engine, and we document 13 manufacturer bulletins, programs or coverages tied to its known failures. Each entry shows the campaign number, the model years, what was wrong and what the fix is.
Check a specific truck: enter its VIN at
nhtsa.gov/recalls for open safety recalls, and ask a dealer about emissions recalls and coverage programs, which NHTSA's lookup does not always show. Recall repairs are free on an eligible VIN.
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
Newest first. NHTSA's own summary and remedy text, for the models and years this engine was sold in.
17V-562
Safety recall
September 12, 2017 · maker's number T51 · 2013-2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
Risk and remedy
Risk: The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.
Models in our scope: 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500
15V-592
Safety recall
September 23, 2015 · maker's number R52 · 2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis and 4500/5500 Cab Chassis trucks manufactured July 31, 2015, to August 13, 2015 and equipped with a 6.7L Cummins Diesel engine. In the affected vehicles, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R52.
Models in our scope: 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500
14V-635
Safety recall
October 8, 2014 · maker's number P65 · 2011-2014
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.
Models in our scope: 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500
08V-641
Safety recall
December 5, 2008 · 2007-2008
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 108,429 MY 2007-2008 DODGE RAM 2500 AND 3500 PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 6.7L DIESEL ENGINES. A SILENCER PAD CAN SAG AND CONTACT THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) COOLER.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD A BRACKET TO SUPPORT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT SILENCER PAD ADJACENT TO THE EGR COOLER. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Models in our scope: RAM 2500, RAM 3500
07V-093
Safety recall
March 12, 2007 · 2007
CERTAIN 4X4 TRUCKS WITH DIESEL ENGINES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, CERTAIN 4X4 TRUCKS WITH DIESEL ENGINES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS." THE CERTIFICATION LABEL, TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL AND SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION LABEL CONTAIN INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE INFORMATION.
Risk and remedy
Risk: IMPROPER TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE CAN CAUSE TIRE FAILURE AND RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT CERTIFICATION LABEL OVERLAY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Models in our scope: RAM 2500
Bulletins, programs and coverage
Manufacturer service bulletins, special coverages, programs and emissions recalls that bear on this engine's documented failures. Identifier, date and scope only; bulletin text is the manufacturer's.
Intake Grid Heater, Grid Heater Relay 2012 - 2016 6.7L Cummins engines with Intake Heater issues or DTC P2609 and P0542, please replace the Intake Heater Grid and Relay as a set. 68210071A$ (heater grid) and 05187880A$ (relay). Inspect e
Failure mode: Grid heater 'killer bolt' ingestion
High Pressure Connector Tube/Fuel Injector For 2016 6.7 Cummins - When replacing Fuel Injector for a Misfire Code (P0300- P0306), please also replace the High Pressure Connector Tube and return tube with the injectors.
Failure mode: Injector 'chuffing' / seal blow-by
Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction
Failure mode: EGR cooler failure
Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunctio
Failure mode: EGR cooler failure · CCV breather filter clogging
Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cu
Failure mode: CCV breather filter clogging
Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM/PCM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cum
Failure mode: DPF clogging / regeneration problems · Injector 'chuffing' / seal blow-by
Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cu
Failure mode: CCV breather filter clogging
Flash: Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM/PCM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cummin
Failure mode: DPF clogging / regeneration problems · Injector 'chuffing' / seal blow-by
Flash: Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM/PCM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cummin
Failure mode: DPF clogging / regeneration problems · Injector 'chuffing' / seal blow-by
Flash: Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cummin
Failure mode: EGR cooler failure
Flash: Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) with new software.Trucks exhibiting any DTC related to Oxygen Sensor, Oxygen Sensor Module or communicat
Failure mode: Grid heater 'killer bolt' ingestion · EGR cooler failure · CCV breather filter clogging
TURBOCHARGER CLEANING PROCEDURE DUE TO EXCESSIVE SOOT ACCUMULATION FOR 2007-2008 (DH/D1) RAM TRUCK (2500/3500). *PE
Failure mode: Holset VGT turbo sticking / actuator failure
2008 (DH/D1/DC/DM) - INJECTION PUMP FUEL CONTROL ACTUATOR. *NJ
Failure mode: Lift pump / fuel delivery weakness