Vehicle recall 09V158000 · May 8, 2009
2009 Dodge Ram
The software programmed into the heating ventilation and air conditioning module may cause the windshield defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Chrysler is recalling 36,793 my 2009 Dodge ram light duty pickup trucks equipped with manual temperature control (mtc) only. The software programmed into the heating ventilation and air conditioning module may cause the windshield defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative.
- Consequence
- This can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions and result in a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the HVAC module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before August 3, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.
- Notes
- Chrysler recall no. J12. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V158000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 8, 2009
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- J12
- Owner notification
- August 3, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 36,793
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
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